C/S,AEROBIC BACTERIA BY MANUAL (URINE)

A Urine Culture and Sensitivity (C/S), particularly for aerobic bacteria carried out manually, is a medical laboratory test that attempts to identify bacteria within a given sample of urine. In addition, the test checks for effective antibiotics for the identified bacteria. It is an extremely important test, particularly when diagnosing Urinary Tract Infections. It is sometimes spelled other names, including Urine Culture, Urine C&S, and Aerobic Urine Culture. UTIs are commonly experienced health conditions experienced by millions worldwide, particularly by women.

The doctors recommend a Urine Culture test in Jaipur in cases of painful urination, frequent urges to urinate, or abdominal discomfort arising due to a UTI. It is very important that as soon as the disease is diagnosed, early and focused treatment should be done to avoid further complications.

The Urine Culture test involves a detailed analysis of a number of specific parameters to derive a thorough understanding of the prospective UTI.

• Bacterial Growth (Colony Count): This measures the number of bacteria in urine, indicated as colony forming units per milliliter of urine. A large number indicates a current infection.
• Identification of Aerobic Bacteria: This test differentiates between the types of aerobic bacteria that are growing in culture, including E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus, or Staphylococcus saprophyticus. Actually, diagnosing the exact pathogen is important for targeted therapy.
• Antibiotic Sensitivity (Antibiogram): This is an essential factor and defines the antibiotics that are effectively able to kill or reduce the growth of the identified bacteria. This helps the doctor to choose the most appropriate and best medication with reduced risks of resistance.

The values help to assist the doctor in establishing the existence of a UTI, identifying the causative bacteria, and choosing the best antibiotic. Testing is vital for the management of the patient.

A urine culture test is recommended in the presence of the following persisting symptoms:

• Pain and burning while urinating
• Frequent urinate, passing small quantities
• Cloudy, Strong Smell or Bloody Urine
• Lower abdominal, particularly in women
• Back or flank pain: this could be a symptom of a kidney infection
• Fever, and chills, sign of a serious infection
• Nausea and vomiting
• Sudden Onset of Incontinence

Sometimes, symptoms can be mild or non-specific, particularly in children or older adults, making a diagnostic test even more important.

There are considerable health benefits associated with undergoing the urine culture test in Jaipur; the key benefits arise when diagnosing UTIs appropriately and managing the condition accordingly.

• Ensures proper diagnosis of urinary tract infections.
• It identifies the specific bacterial pathogen causing the infection.
• Guides targeted antibiotic therapy, limiting the use of broad spectrum antibiotics.
• It would help prevent problems such as kidney infections and recurrence of UTIs..
• Monitors the effectiveness of antibiotic treatment
• It contributes to the fight against antibiotic resistance with appropriate drug selection
• A fairly simple and non-invasive test
• Economical yet of high clinical value

If you test at a reliable clinical lab, such as one based in Jaipur, you would be able to expect NABL accreditation, expert microbiologists, and clear results, as well as an effective process.

Proper collection of samples is the central factor for obtaining correct results from urine cultures. Generally, no kind of fasting is required. However, one has to follow precise instructions about the collection of a "midstream clean-catch" urine sample for maintaining the non-contaminating propensity of the sample.

• Clean-Catch Method: You will be asked to thoroughly clean your genital area with antiseptic wipes provided. Begin urinating into the toilet, then abruptly stop the flow, set the sterile collection cup in place, and continue to urinate a midstream sample into the cup. Complete urination into the toilet.
• Hydration: There should be minimal intake of fluids before the test date, since this may lead to diluted urine which may influence the bacterial content.
• Medications: You should inform your doctor or the lab if you are taking any antibiotics or other drugs that might impact the results of the test.
• Timing: It would be better to collect the sample on the first morning, as it will be more concentrated and therefore have a greater count if infected.

Reputable clinical labs follow standard sample handling and processing protocols to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the results.

Urine culture results are reported in CFU/mL and interpreted as follows:
 

Bacterial Count (CFU/mL)	Interpretation
No Growth	No bacterial infection detected
< 10,000 CFU/mL	Usually insignificant or due to contamination
10,000 – 100,000 CFU/mL	Borderline result; depends on symptoms and bacteria type
≥ 100,000 CFU/mL	Indicates a definite bacterial UTI

Doctors always review these results along with symptoms and medical history before treatment.

The price of an C/S, Aerobic Bacteria By Manual (Urine) Test in Jaipur is Rs. 450, though it may vary depending on:

• Additional tests
• Offers/discounts
• Hospital/lab empanelment

Booking your C/S, Aerobic Bacteria By Manual (Urine) Test in Jaipur with Dr. B. Lal Clinical Lab ensures fair pricing, accurate results, and convenient home sample collection.

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