Collection of urine
When a bladder infection is suspected, it is important that:
- The urine has been in the bladder for at least 3 hours.
- You will urinate in a clean container (available at the practice).
- You first clean your genitals with water (no soap).
- You collect a middle stream of urine: start peeing in the toilet, collect some in the potty, and pee the rest back in the toilet.
- You seal the jar immediately and mark it with your name and date of birth.
Submit the urine to the practice or laboratory as soon as possible. Can't hand it in right away? Then keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours.