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Urethral discharge culture

Alternative Names: Culture of urethral discharge; Genital exudate culture; Culture - genital discharge or exudate What the risks are: Fainting (caused by stimulation of the vagal nerve) occasionally occurs when the swab is introduced into the urethra. Other risks include infection or bleeding. Special considerations: Text Continues Below A comparable test for women and girls is an endocervical culture.

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