It is mandatory to carry out at 14 weeks of pregnancy, as well as when bacteria are found in a general urine test. This study is necessary in order to determine the presence of asymptomatic bacteriuria. Timely detection of the inflammatory process allows you to prescribe therapy in time and prevent the development of serious complications, such as pyelonephritis and glomerulonephritis.
For analysis, you need to collect the first morning urine. Before this, a thorough toilet of the external genital organs is required, it is recommended to close the vagina for the duration of the procedure with a swab. The sterile container with the material must be tightly closed and quickly brought to the laboratory - no later than 1.5-2 hours. Results should be expected in about a week.