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Ureaplasma Testing: Reliable Tests for Ureaplasma<\/h1>\n

by Dr. Alex Shteynshlyuger<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you have any questions, to schedule a consultation,<\/a> please <\/a>contact us<\/a> or call\/text: <\/strong>1-646-663-4125<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

We have excellent reviews from patients<\/a> and their partners. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Ureaplasma Testing: What You Need to Know <\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Culture versus DNA Testing for Ureaplasma: How to Test for Ureaplasma?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Ureaplasma testing can be performed with a urethral swab<\/strong> or urine specimen<\/strong>. Traditionally, urethral swabs for Ureaplasma were done in men and vaginal swabs in women. <\/p>\n

Modern DNA testing<\/strong> made urethral swabs and vaginal swabs largely unnecessary. Studies show that the success rate of detection is the same in a urine sample, so it\u2019s no longer necessary to do swabbing. In most people, Ureaplasma can be detected from a urine sample.<\/p>\n

There are two ways of testing for Ureaplasma infection<\/a>, culture or DNA\/RNA testing. At New York Urology Specialists, we do DNA\/RNA Ureaplasma testing because it is a more reliable method<\/strong> with a detection rate of up to 98 percent.  Mycoplasma infection<\/a> often co-exists with ureaplasma and we routinely test for mycoplasma infection<\/a><\/strong> as well.<\/p>\n

The PCR test looks for DNA of the bacteria in the urine sample of the patient. PCR assays are more sensitive and specific<\/strong> compared to culture (link<\/a>). DNA testing can detect Ureaplasma infection even in the presence of other infectious agents. PCR assay is much quicker<\/strong> than culture. DNA testing for Ureaplasma in men is recommended because sometimes the infection remains undetected on culture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

When you come to New York Urology Specialists, you can be assured that we use the most advanced DNA-based tests for ureaplasma in men and women.<\/p>\n

Where to Get Tested for Ureaplasma in NYC?<\/h2>\n

At New York Urology Specialists, we offer same-day mycoplasma and ureaplasma testing and treatment for men and women<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

We also perform comprehensive STD testing for other infections. We offer confidential appointments. Our prices are affordable with or without insurance.  Call\/text today: 1-646-663-4125 <\/span><\/a><\/span><\/strong>or <\/span>make an appointment<\/span><\/a> online.  <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Why Was I Not Tested for Ureaplasma?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The majority of individuals who carry Ureaplasma in their body do not have any symptoms. Symptoms only develop when the person has a high bacterial load. Extensive testing and treatment of Ureaplasma<\/a> is an unnecessary cost and can lead to antibiotic resistance in these bacteria and other sexually transmitted infections (link<\/a>). Routine screening for Ureaplasma in men and women with no symptoms is not recommended.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If symptoms are present, testing for Ureaplasma is usually recommended in conjunction with testing for other STDs<\/a><\/strong> like gonorrhea and chlamydia. Treatment is offered if a person is found to have a high bacterial load of Ureaplasma.<\/p>\n

We offer routine ureaplasma and mycoplasma testing for men and women as part of our comprehensive STI testing<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Ureaplasma Testing and Treatment at New York Urology Specialists:<\/strong><\/h2>\n