[Fast physiochemical methods for the detection of bacteria in the urine]

Physiochemical methods permit quantitative determinations of bacteria within 3 to 6 hrs and offer possibilities of automation in clinical bacteriology. The results photometrical bacteriuria-screening and electrochemical rapid method of oxygen partial pressure measurements in culture medium in comparison with conventional culture urine processing are presented. The method of impedance measurements is introduced in brief. At present time, electrochemical measurement of oxygen partial pressure is recommended for rapid bacteriuria screening.