How long does a urine culture take?
Usually 1–3 days, because bacteria need time to grow.
Diagnostics
Urine culture test: how it works
What a urine culture detects and why it is ordered.
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Short Answer
A urine culture grows any bacteria in a urine sample to identify a urinary infection and which antibiotics will work. It is ordered when infection is suspected.
Medical Facts
- A culture identifies the specific bacteria causing infection.
- It also shows which antibiotics the bacteria are sensitive to.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Provide a clean-catch urine sample as instructed.
- Start antibiotics only as directed by your doctor.
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