Urine Culture
Also known as: Urine culture and sensitivity; Urine C and S
Formal name: Urine Culture
Related tests: Urinalysis; Blood culture; Susceptibility testing; Bacterial wound culture; Gram stain; Urine protein
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To diagnose a urinary tract infection (UTI)
When to Get Tested?
When you experience symptoms of a UTI, such as frequent and painful urination
Sample Required?
A mid-stream clean catch urine sample
Test Preparation Needed?
None
