Urine Culture
Urine culture is a microbiological test used to detect and identify bacteria or other microorganisms in urine. A sterile result indicates no bacterial growth was detected.
Category: Infectious Disease
Also known as: urinokultura
Reference range: 0–0 (Source: ABIM)
High values may indicate
Growth of bacteria indicates a urinary tract infection (UTI). The type and quantity of bacteria, as well as antibiotic sensitivity, are typically reported.
Low values may indicate
No growth detected (sterile). This is the normal/expected result, indicating no urinary tract infection.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Urine Culture level?
- A typical reference range for Urine Culture 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 Urine Culture 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 Urine Culture over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Urine Culture over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: BloodId admin-reviewed
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