pn05.jpg (10883 bytes)FiltraCheck-UTI Bacteriuria Detection System is a disposable test for rapid detection of bacteria in urine to aid in the diagnosis of urinary tract infection. Since it is not growth dependent, the system can detect fastidious or compromised organisms missed by conventional culture. It also can detect low bacterial counts in the presence of pyuria. The one-minute test has a predictive negative value of 99 percent. Meridian Diagnostics