Sexually‑Transmitted Infections (STIs) Male Urethritis Panel
Also known as: Trichomoniasis, CT/GC APTIMA®, Urine Trichomonas, CT/NG APTIMA®, CT/NG TMA
Use
This panel is intended to detect the presence of key sexually transmitted pathogens associated with male urethritis—specifically Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas vaginalis, and Mycoplasma genitalium—to aid in accurate diagnosis and directed treatment.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
PCR-based (Other)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen
Urine
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Aptima® transport tube (urine collection)
Collection Instructions
2 mL urine transferred into Aptima transport tube within 24 hours; first‑catch urine; patient should not urinate within one hour prior to collection
Patient Preparation
Do not urinate within one hour prior to collection
Other tests from different labs that may be relevant