Hello Doctor,
I have a question: I had sex last night and have a urinalysis appointment tomorrow. We used a condom and practiced withdrawal, but I'm concerned about whether this could affect the test results. Will recent sexual activity impact the accuracy of my urinalysis?
Hello,
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
I understand your concerns about recent sexual activity and its potential impact on your urinalysis results.
Generally, having sex before a urinalysis, especially with condom use and withdrawal, is unlikely to significantly affect the results. However, here are a few key points to consider:
Bacteriuria Risk: While recent sexual activity can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract, this doesn’t always mean your test will show a UTI, especially if you’re not experiencing symptoms like painful urination or unusual discharge.
Proper Collection: Ensure you collect your urine sample correctly by following a clean catch midstream technique. This helps minimize contamination and improves accuracy.
Understanding Tests: While urine dipstick tests can indicate a UTI, the urine culture is the definitive test. If the culture is negative, it's likely that recent sexual activity didn't impact your results.
In summary, if you have no urinary symptoms and collect the sample properly, your urinalysis should provide accurate results. If you’re still concerned, it’s best to discuss this with your healthcare provider.
Thanks.
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