Why is this test important?
Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) are 50 times more common in women
The condition ranges from cystitis (a mild but disturbing inflammation that is limited to the bladder) to severe infections of the kidneys
70% of all UTI's are usually caused by the bacteria E coli from the patients own bowels
This test detects indirect signs of infection such as protein, nitrite and leukocytes not normally present in urine