Semen culture
| Category | Microbiology |
|---|---|
| Test background | |
| Clinical Indications | |
| Sample & container required | Semen sample. Sterile universal container |
| Sample volume | 2 mL |
| Transport storage | Transport to the laboratory on the day of collection or store overnight at room temperature |
| Turnaround time | 3 days for routine culture; 5-7 days if Mycoplasma and/or Ureaplasma cultures are requested |
| Notes | Patient preparation: external genitalia should be washed with soap and water before sample collection. |