<s>[INST] How are UTIs diagnosed? [/INST] Healthcare providers typically diagnose a UTI based on your symptoms, a physical exam and an analysis of your urine. A urinalysis can be done in the office by using a urine sample to look for signs of infection, including white blood cells, red blood cells and other markers. A urine culture may be sent to the lab to identify the specific bacteria causing the UTI and to determine which antibiotics will be most effective.

If you have recurring UTIs, other tests may be done to determine the cause. Tests include imaging (with an ultrasound or other techniques) or a cystoscopy (inserting a long, thin tube with a camera attached to see inside your urethra and bladder). These tests are not used to diagnose a UTI but rather to determine if there is an underlying cause for frequent UTIs. Source: The Thread. Link: https://blog.walgreens.com/health/general-health/uti-faqs-important-facts-on-urinary-tract-infections.html. Field: Urology. Disease: Urinary Tract Infection  </s>