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Alternate Names
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Urogenital mcs, Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum, Culture Genital, Vaginal Culture, Urethral Culture, Genital Culture, Donovanosis, Candida culture |
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Test Code
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UROG |
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Testing Laboratory
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Microbiology |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Swab - Bacterial (white top)
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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If required, request Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum and Candida culture in clinical notes. |
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Collection Instructions
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Swab from genital tract/urethral swab.
Preferred samples for non-pregnant females include endocervical swab and high vaginal swab. Lower vaginal swab is discouraged (for GBS screening only).
For instructions regarding optimal collection for N. gonorrhea, see additional information for Gonorrhea Culture. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Daily |
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Min Test Volume
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1Swab |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 5 days from collection. |
