Mycoplasma genitalium is a bacterium that infects the mucous membranes of the urethra, cervix, throat and anus. Various symptoms of infection are known like urethritis (in men), discharge (both sexes), burning while urinating (both sexes), arthritis/reactive arthritis (mostly men), vaginal itching (women) as well as pain during intercourse (women).
Sample Material
- Saliva
- Urine
- Swabs of epithelial cells
Detection Channels
- FAM (495 – 520 nm) for Internal Control (IC)
- ROX (575 – 602 nm) for Mycoplasma genitalium DNA