Urinalysis And Culture - Brown Mobile Veterinary Services PLLC

Urinalysis and Culture:

Indications for a urinalysis and culture include but are not limited to:

inappropriate urination
suspect urinary tract infection
straining
blood seen in urine
pets with increased water consumption and increased urination
pets known to have diseases that predispose to urinary tract infections such as diabetes and Cushings
used to monitor kidney function along with appropriate blood screening tests
also used to monitor patients with a history of urinary crystals or stones
recommended as part of yearly adult and senior screening

Procedure:

Sterile sample (obtained by cystocentesis) is sent to Idexx laboratories
Urinalysis results availabe the next day, cultue takes several days for growth (if any )

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