A urethral culture is a crucial medical test to identify the cause of infections in the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. This test is especially useful when symptoms are present that could indicate an infection, whether caused by bacteria, fungi, or another type of microorganism.
What symptoms indicate the need for a urethral culture?
The most common symptoms that usually lead to requesting a urethral culture include:
- Pain or burning when urinating: This burning sensation during urination is one of the most characteristic signs of a urinary tract infection or sexually transmitted infection.
- Urethral discharge: The presence of any type of abnormal discharge from the urethra is a cause for concern and requires medical evaluation.
- Blood in the urine: Hematuria, as it is medically known, can be a sign of infection, but also of other conditions, so it is important to make a differential diagnosis.
- Frequent urinary urgency: The need to urinate more frequently than normal can be indicative of an infection or inflammation of the urethra.
- Pain in the area genital: Discomfort in the genital area, especially in the urethra, can be a symptom of an infection.
What does a urethral culture detect for STDs?
- Candida (candidiasis)
- Gardnerella vaginalis (bacterial vaginosis)
- Trichomonas (Trichomoniasis)
- Neisseira Gonorrhoeae (Gonorrhea)
How is the test performed?
Make an appointment, come to our clinic and we will take a sample of exudate or urine in a few minutes. Within a maximum of 48 hours our laboratory will send us the results and we will send them to you by WhatsApp or email with the utmost confidentiality.
Price
The urethral culture for STDs costs €24