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Bacteria (urine)

Urine_other Unit: /HPF Urine test

Bacteria in urine; UTI marker when combined with WBC/nitrites

Also known as: Urine Bacteria,Bacteriuria

Reference Ranges

Clinical Reference

Any significant bacteria = possible UTI

Related Conditions

Urinary Tract Infection High

Food & Lifestyle Recommendations

🍎 Food Stay well-hydrated and urinate frequently to help flush bacteria Hydration and regular voiding are the primary lifestyle measures for UTI prevention
🍎 Food Increase water intake; cranberry products may reduce recurrence Hydration flushes bacteria

Evidence-Backed Supplements

When High

  • D Mannose Tier A May Decrease

    D-mannose prevents E. coli adhesion

    D-Mannose 2 g/day Any
  • Cranberry Tier B May Decrease

    Reduces recurrent UTI episodes

    D-mannose or cranberry PAC 500 mg 2x/day Any

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

  • Do I need antibiotics, or could the bacteria be from sample contamination? Significant bacteriuria (>100K CFU/mL) needs treatment; contaminated samples show mixed flora without WBC.
  • Is this a clean catch? Does it suggest UTI resolution? Context matters

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