Endourethral swab

Research:

Aerobic bacteria, fungi, mycoplasma, ureaplasma, chlamydia and gonococcus with PCR method.

How to prepare for the exam

  • wait at least 7 days from the end of any antibiotic therapy
  • DO NOT URINATE FOR AT LEAST 2 HOURS BEFORE THE EXAMINATION
  • avoid sexual intercourses during 24 hours before the exam
  • the day of the exam clean carefully the external genitals

 

For female patient:

  • Wait at least 5 days after menstruation ends
  • In the 3 days prior to the exam, do not use vaginal pessaries, creams or douches

After the exam it is recommended to drink plenty of water during the day to promote urination and obtain a mechanical washing of the urethra.

 

(If you have a doctor's recommendation, please bring it to the time of the examination)

How to collect results

Results can be received by email, ordinary mail or collected personally at HeLab from Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00.

In case you delegate someone to deliver your sample or to collect your result, it is necessary to present the signed form “Sample delivery form” or “Result collection form” together with the copy of your own ID card and the copy of the person’s ID card you delegate.