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If i have a kidney infection will they find it in a urine culture? i was diagnosed with a uti but they sent my urine to find the specific bacteria

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Generally yes: Urine cultures are generally positive in patients with kidney infection. Culture to identify the bacteria and test for antibiotic sensitivity are usual procedures.

Answered 4/23/2015

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