Mycoplasma (Genital) |
Ordering information: | Can be performed on urine and genital swabs.
Culture will detect M.hominis. For M.genitalium, PCR is required.
Note: if Mycoplasma genitalium PCR is required a separate dry swab must be collected, or at least 5mL urine received. Test cannot be performed on gel or charcoal swabs.
In EMR, order urine or genital swab culture (select Mycoplasma species in "Suspected Pathogens" field or mention ?Mycoplasma in the "order comment" for culture, or specify M.genitalium PCR if required ). If PCR testing is required an additional separate dry swab must be collected
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Alternate names: | genital, Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis, STD, STI |
Laboratory: | Microbiology |
Test Code: | GMC or UMC for Mycoplasma culture; OPCR for M.genitalium |
Specimen types: | Swab
Urine |
Container types: | Genital swab kit + sterile pot
Swab - white top, plain swab, plastic shaft |  |
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Collection Instructions: | Do not refrigerate specimen.
Transport at room temperature to the laboratory
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Notes: | The transit of specimen from Angliss or Maroondah lab and out of working hour collection may cause the prolonged turnaround time |
Frequency: | Daily |
Result Turnaround Time: | 2-3 days |
Accessing Results
EMR: Pathology results are available via EMR.
Auscare: If EMR is unavailable, results can be accessed through Auscare. Don’t have an Auscare login? Complete the Auscare User Form.
To access Auscare, see instructions.
Forms & Collection Guides
Consent Form – Non-Medicare Tests
For tests not covered by Medicare. Download Form
Pathology Request Form
Printable referral form for submitting pathology requests. Download Form.
Microbiology Swab Collection Guide
Step-by-step instructions for correct swab collection. Download Guide.
Preferred Order of Draw
Instructions to ensure accurate blood collection and results. View Instructions
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