Abnormality of urine homeostasis Bacteriuria 2013-11-24T12:15:47Z Bacteria in urine SNOMEDCT_US:61373006 The urine is normally bacteria-free. The term refers to bacteria from the urinary tract and not to bacteria found in the urine because of contamination from the surrounding tissues. Significant bacteriuria is a sign of urinary tract infection. The presence of bacteria in the urine. High urine bacteria UMLS:C0004659 HP:0012461