Sample type: Aptima Swab

Test name: Mycoplasma Genitalium a.k.a. M Gen

Condition / Indication: M.Gen

Special precautions & notes: Swabs must be received in the appropriate Aptima tube.

Sample required: Swab in aptima tube

Test information required: Patient name, sex and age, Laboratory number

Container: Aptima Tubes - sample type specific and separate COPAN swab

Ideal volume (mL): 1 tube

Referred outside NBT for analysis? no

Discipline: Virology

Section: Molecular

Turnaround time: 3 days