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Originally Posted by dwerten  here is a question-
why do they not stick a needle in human bladders for urinalysis and culture?
We pee in a cup to get tested for bladder infections - why should it be any differently for a dog especially since this owner is skilled in getting pee directly into a cup which i am not that skilled btw lolllll? |
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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom With humans, there is a clean catch and a sterile catch. I really don't want to get graphic here...but bc humans can be more aware, can clean areas, and can position things - a sterile catch can be obtained without a needle -- know what I mean  ? |
Exactly. And if a cysto cannot be done for whatever reason, getting a sample midstream is a good way to go...