Urine C/S

Your doctor may recommend a Urine C/S (Culture and Sensitivity) test if you have symptoms such as burning during urination, frequent or urgent urination, lower abdominal pain, cloudy or foul-smelling urine, or fever. It helps identify microorganisms in the urine and determine which antibiotics may be effective for treatment.

This test checks whether bacteria or other microorganisms are present in your urine sample. It also helps determine which antibiotics may be effective against them.

No. It is a simple urine test that involves providing a urine sample and does not cause any pain.

Yes, you can drink water before the test unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.

Yes. A Urine C/S test can be performed during pregnancy if recommended by your healthcare provider. It may be used as part of routine screening or to evaluate symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI).

If you are taking antibiotics, inform your doctor before the test. Your doctor may advise waiting 3–5 days after completing antibiotics before collecting the sample. Do not stop any medication unless instructed by your doctor.

Test reports are usually available within 72 hours, although the timing may vary depending on the laboratory's processing schedule.

A clean midstream urine sample is collected in a sterile container and sent to the laboratory for culture and sensitivity testing.