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Bacteriuria  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Note

  • differentiate from URINE/microbiol; coordinate IM with specific bacterium (IM) and specific bacterial infection (IM)

Scope note

  • The presence of bacteria in the urine which is normally bacteria-free. These bacteria are from the URINARY TRACT and are not contaminants of the surrounding tissues. Bacteriuria can be symptomatic or asymptomatic. Significant bacteriuria is an indicator of urinary tract infection.

History note

  • 66(64)

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D001437

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