Urethral swab - cultural + Chlamydia trachomatis DNA
General information:
Microbiological examination of urethral discharge is required in cases of complaints such as itching, dysuria, secretion, rash in the genital area, sterility problems, infections in the partner, before urological operations.
Urethral secretion is taken after preliminary hygiene of the penis and hands.
Chlamydia trachomatis (Chlamydia trachomatis) - infection occurs sexually. The most common sexually transmitted infection. It causes urethritis, cervicitis, inflammation of the fallopian tubes, joint diseases, affects the eyes, etc. It can lead to sterility. Children born to mothers with chlamydial infection may develop keratitis (inflammation of the cornea of the eyes) or pneumonia. The test is carried out by PCR.
Microorganisms causing genital infections in men:
Prostatitis:
- Enterobacteriaceae
- Enterococci
- P.aeruginosa
- C. trachomatis
- N. gonorrhoeae
- T. vaginalis
Epididymitis:
- C.trachomatis (especially < 35 years)
- N. gonorrhoeae
- Enterobacteriaceae
- Enterococci
- P.aeruginosa
Sample required:
Taken by specialist doctor
Key words:
cultural examination, chlamydia trachomatis