This test is used to diagnose a urinary tract infection (UTI) when symptoms such as pain or burning during urination and a frequent urge to urinate are present. A urine culture is considered positive if a single type of bacteria grows in significant quantities, typically exceeding 100,000 colony-forming units (CFU) per milliliter.
Pregnant women, even without symptoms, may also undergo screening for bacteria in their urine. Untreated infections during pregnancy can pose risks to both the mother's and fetus' health, potentially affecting fetal development if left unaddressed.
Yes. Book home collection when ordering online or call our team. Trained phlebotomists visit your address at the scheduled slot.
Most routine tests are reported same day after sample validation. Specialized tests may take longer — see your booking confirmation.
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