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Urine Lab Testing in Ireland

  • 27-04-2012 6:49pm
    #1
    uli84
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,731 ✭✭✭


    I've been trying to research but can't really find any info. Is there any way to have urine tested for the bacteria culture without GP Visit? I'm after antibiotic treatment (diagnosed & prescribed while I was abroad) and just want to see if I'm all clear now after I'm back.

    Like - can I just leave the sample in the lab, pay and then collect the results?
    Anyone has the idea of the cost? I was given some crazy quotes like 60 euro for a visit and 40 for the test.

    Thanks for any feedback


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  • #2
    Tree
    Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators Posts: 4,754 Mod ✭✭✭✭Tree


    A GP (or hospital doctor) needs to order the tests, so yes, you'll need to visit your GP. Hospital labs can't take random self-prescribed samples from the general public.

    GP visits seem to average about 50-60 euro. The testing is free if the sample is sent to a public hospital.


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