Culturing, a term for growing microorganisms in the laboratory, is a basic yet indispensable method in microbiology research.

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Vaginoplasty is associated with a high incidence of postoperative UTI and SSI, as well as significant gaps in HIV screening and PrEP prescribing.

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The presence of nitrites and/or leukocyte esterase in urine has good overall sensitivity (46–100%) and specificity (42–98%) for culture-proven urinary tract infection. Empiric treatment in ...

The US Food and Drug Administration granted clearances for various tests for infectious diseases, coagulation disorders, and drug susceptibility.

Green veggies are a fantastic source of dietary fiber and nutrients, but they can also be a playground for harmful pathogens.

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Diagnosis of UTI is confirmed by a positive culture of an appropriate urine sample; much of the existing controversy is the result of the difficulty to obtain such a sample in young children.