What is the significance of a bacterial count over 100,000/mm3 in the urine?

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  • Indicates significant bacteriuria (fresh clean catch)

  • Significant as well if <100,000/ml>

    • From suprapubic aspiration

    • Bladder catheterization

    • Same species is repeatably isolated

Category: Nephrology Notes

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