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Latest revision as of 12:46, 12 September 2025


Overview

Department Microbiology
Test Code URIN
Synonyms Mid-stream urine

Clean catch urine Bag urine Catheter urine

Availability Monday - Sunday, testing routinely available out of hours
Turnaround Time Microscopy 15 min - 2 hrs, culture 1 - 3 days
Stability - Add test

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Fluid
Preferred >1mL urine in sterile pottle
Acceptable
Unacceptable
Specimen Transportation
Paediatric Requirements  >1mL urine in sterile pottle

Aliquot Requirements

Sample
Preferred Volume
Minimum Volume
Aliquot Transportation

Clinical Information

Reference Intervals
Test Method Microscopy and culture.
Advanced Notice Not Required
Patient Preparation Not Required

Comments

Owner Melanie Williams (Williams1)
Last reviewed 12.09.2025
Next review 12.09.2026 (Overdue)