Urine Culture (Automated) Test
- Category
- Culture
- Sample
- Urine sample — preferably first-morning, mid-stream, in a sterile container
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 5 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 0-99
What Is This Test?
Grows and identifies bacteria from a urine sample using an automated system and tests which antibiotics work against them (sensitivity).
Why this test is performed?
Confirms a urinary tract infection (UTI), identifies the bacteria and guides the right antibiotic choice — especially for recurrent, complicated or pregnancy-related UTIs.
Who should take this test?
Infections that are severe, recurrent or not responding to antibiotics, as advised by a doctor.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed. Give a first-morning, mid-stream urine sample in a sterile container.
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Frequently asked questions
No. Give the sample first if possible, as antibiotics can stop bacteria from growing in culture.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Urine sample — preferably first-morning, mid-stream, in a sterile container.
Usually within 3–4 days after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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