Bacteria (Urine)
The urine bacteria test detects the presence of bacteria in a urine sample under microscopic examination. Healthy urine is normally sterile.
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: bacteria, urine bacteria, bacteria urine, bakterije
Reference range: 0–0 (Source: ABIM)
High values may indicate
Bacteria in urine (bacteriuria) may indicate a urinary tract infection. Significant bacteriuria combined with symptoms confirms an active infection.
Low values may indicate
No bacteria in urine is normal and indicates no bacterial infection in the urinary tract.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Bacteria (Urine) level?
- A typical reference range for Bacteria (Urine) is 0–0 (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- Where do Bacteria (Urine) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Bacteria (Urine) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Bacteria (Urine) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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