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Fungal hyphae in urine sediment preps most commonly represent overgrowth of
contaminants in samples where analysis was delayed.
If seen in a fresh sample, especially one collected by cystocentesis, fungal infection of the kidneys and/or bladder should be suspected. Aspergillus terreus (shown at right) has been documented to cause systemic infection including colonization of the renal pelvis. 
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Last Updated: January 16, 1996