Conventional and Molecular Diagnostic Method for Patients With Suspected UTI

Conventional and Molecular Diagnostic Method for Patients With Suspected Urinary Tract Infections: Clinical, Economic, and Quality of Life Outcomes

In this protocol, the investigators are examining the use of a novel pathogen testing technology and method of identification of antibiotic susceptibility against the conventional C & S testing for patients with both complicated and uncomplicated UTIs. The investigators will examine the two modes in terms of objective patient related outcomes, i.e. 1) diagnostic accuracy and degree of detail of final analysis; 2) time to resolution of symptoms; 3) quality of life as defined by particularly symptomology and "bothersomeness" of the symptoms; and 4) overall cost.

Inclusion Criteria:

• • Age greater than or equal to 18 and less than or equal to 89 years.

  • The PI suspects the patient has a complicated or uncomplicated UTI that requires urine testing to confirm diagnosis
  • Able to provide at least 8 ml urine total (urine for 2 pathology tests).
  • Is willing to complete one follow up surveys and send back to FH.

Exclusion Criteria:

• • Unable or unwilling to provide written informed consent.

  • Unable to read and write English (surveys are not available or validated in any other language than English).
  • Currently on any antibiotic for any clinical indication.