Clean Catch, Midstream Urine Collection
Used to test for bladder or kidney infection or kidney problems

Your provider has ordered a test that requires a clean catch, midstream urine specimen.

It is VERY IMPORTANT to collect the urine properly since skin cells, hair and discharge can easily contaminate the sample.

1. A special sterile container will be provided by the clinic or the laboratory .

2.Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

3. Remove the container lid, without touching the inside of the lid or cup.

4. For women,
• Spread your legs as wide as possible while seated on the toilet.
• Use one hand to spread apart your outer vaginal lips.
• Use the disposable wipe to clean the outer part of the vagina. Wipe downward once over the urine opening and then throw the used wipe into the wastebasket.
• Pass a small amount of urine into the toilet BEFORE collecting urine into the cup.
• Avoid having the urine touch your skin and collect enough urine to fill the cup half way up.
• Finish urinating into the toilet
For men,
• Use the disposable wipe to clean head of the penis. Wipe downward once over the urine opening and then throw the used wipe into the wastebasket.
• Pass a small amount of urine into the toilet BEFORE collecting urine into the cup.
• Collect enough urine to fill the cup half way up.
• Finish urinating into the toilet.

5.Replace the lid to prevent leakage, handling only the top of the lid.

6. Be sure your container is labeled with your name and Kaiser Permanente medical record number before you leave the laboratory.

7. Place the specimen cup and laboratory slip, if you have one, through the specimen window in the restroom or return the specimen cup to the front desk, as you were instructed.

8. DO NOT LEAVE THE SPECIMEN IN THE RESTROOM.