Urine Microscopy and Culture
Investigation of suspected Urinary Tract Infection.
Samples are screened by automated microscopy and cultured if infection is likely or patients fall within a defined group.
A urinalysis dipstick can be very helpful to select patients with a probable UTI before sending the urine sample
| Tube | Red top universal with boric acid |
|---|---|
| ID | 3601 |
| Availability | Mon- Sun 8.30 - 5pmAcute samples out of hours on request only |
| Additional Information | Urine samples should be sent in boric acid preservative. They should be filled to the line marked on the container to ensure the concentration of the preservative is not inhibitory. Smaller sample bottles are available for paediatric samples. |
| Turn Around | 3 days |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | For MSSU thorough cleansing of urethra with soap and water. Aseptic sampling technique for SPA, CSU, nephrostomy tube samples. |
| Sample REQ | 20ml of urine standard universal5ml of urine in smaller tube (Paediatrics) |
| IP Routine TAT | 3 days |
| GP Routine TAT | 3 days |
