Urine culture
Definition[edit | edit source]
Urine culture is culture of urine.
Pronunciation[edit | edit source]
YOOR-in KUL-cher
Details[edit | edit source]
Urine culture is a laboratory test to check for bacteria. It can also be used to test for yeast, or other microorganisms in the urine.
Purpose[edit | edit source]
Urine cultures can help identify the type of microorganism that is causing an infection which in turn helps determine the best treatment.
Common uses[edit | edit source]
Urine cultures are used to help diagnose urinary tract infections, such as bladder infections.
Post treatment[edit | edit source]
They may also be done after treatment for a urinary tract infection to make sure the microorganism that caused the infection is gone.
ICD 10 CM[edit | edit source]
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