About This Test
A Urethral Smear for Chlamydia test is a microscopic examination of a sample taken from the urethra to identify signs of infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, a common sexually transmitted bacteria.Symptoms of Chlamydial Infection are burning or pain during urination, mucus-like urethral discharge, itching or irritation in the urethra, Pain in testicles.
Test Parameters (2)
- ORGANISMS
- URETHERAL SMEAR OF CHLAMYDIA
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Frequently Asked Questions
Microbiology tests detect disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites in samples like blood, urine, sputum, stool, pus, or body fluids.
No special Preparation.
vMon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
Urethral smear for Chlamydia trachomatis is important because it detects chlamydial infection, a common sexually transmitted bacterial infection.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
