STD 12 Panel Test in Dubai – Detect Chlamydia, Herpes, Mycoplasma & More

Description

STD 12 Panel Test (Real Time PCR) – Candida Albicans, Chlamydia Trachomatis, Mycoplasma Genitalium, Trichomonas Vaginalis, Ureaplasma Parvum, Ureaplasma Urealyticum, Mycoplasma Hominis, HSV I

Get fast, accurate results with the STD 12 Panel (Real Time PCR) test. Screens for Candida, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, Trichomonas, Ureaplasma, HSV I & more. Results in 1 day.

Why You Need This Test

The STD 12 Panel (Real Time PCR) is a comprehensive, highly sensitive screening test designed to detect 12 common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in a single test. Using advanced Real Time PCR technology, it identifies the genetic material of pathogens with exceptional accuracy—ensuring reliable results even in asymptomatic cases.

This test screens for:

• Candida albicans (fungal overgrowth)
• Chlamydia trachomatis (most common bacterial STI)
• Mycoplasma genitalium (linked to urethritis and infertility)
• Trichomonas vaginalis (parasitic infection)
• Ureaplasma parvum & urealyticum (urethritis, preterm birth risk)
• Mycoplasma hominis (pelvic infections, post-surgical complications)
• Herpes Simplex Virus Type I (HSV I) (oral and genital herpes)

This panel is essential for:

• Routine sexual health screening
• Unexplained genital symptoms
• Infertility investigations
• Pregnancy planning or prenatal care
• Post-exposure checkups

Early detection helps prevent complications, protect partners, and ensure timely treatment.

Symptoms That Indicate This Test

You should consider the STD 12 Panel if you experience:

• Unusual vaginal or penile discharge
• Pain or burning during urination
• Genital itching, redness, or swelling
• Pain during sex (dyspareunia)
• Lower abdominal or pelvic pain
• Genital sores, blisters, or ulcers
• Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Infertility or recurrent miscarriages
• History of unprotected sex or multiple partners

Many of these infections—especially Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma—are often symptomless, making regular screening crucial for sexually active individuals.

Natural Production & Transmission

The pathogens in this panel are not naturally produced by the body—they are acquired through sexual contact (vaginal, anal, or oral).

• Candida albicans is a yeast that normally exists in small amounts but can overgrow due to antibiotics, diabetes, or weakened immunity.
• Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma are bacteria transmitted via genital fluids.
• Trichomonas vaginalis is a parasitic protozoan.
• HSV I spreads through skin-to-skin contact and can cause oral or genital herpes.

Factors like poor hygiene, unprotected sex, or compromised immunity increase the risk of infection. Real Time PCR detects even low levels of pathogen DNA, making it more accurate than culture or antigen tests.

What Happens If Untreated

Ignoring these infections can lead to serious, long-term complications:

• In women: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain
• In men: Epididymitis, urethral scarring, and reduced fertility
• During pregnancy: Preterm birth, low birth weight, or neonatal infections
• Increased risk of HIV transmission due to genital inflammation
• Persistent or recurring outbreaks (in HSV I)
• Antibiotic resistance (especially with untreated Mycoplasma genitalium)

Early diagnosis via PCR testing ensures targeted treatment and prevents irreversible damage.

How to Prepare for the Test

Preparation is simple:

• Avoid urinating for at least 1 hour before providing a urine sample (first-void urine preferred)
• For swab testing: Avoid vaginal douches, creams, or spermicides 24 hours before collection
• No fasting required
• Inform your doctor about recent antibiotic use, though it may not affect PCR results

Sample types include urine (men and women) or dry swab (vaginal, urethral, or cervical), depending on symptoms and gender.

Test Overview

Parameter	Details
Test Name	STD 12 Panel (Real Time PCR)
Sample Type	Urine or Dry Swab
Methodology	Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Turnaround Time (TAT)	1 Day
Pathogens Detected	Candida albicans,Chlamydia trachomatis,Mycoplasma genitalium,Trichomonas vaginalis,Ureaplasma parvum,Ureaplasma urealyticum,Mycoplasma hominis, HSV I (and 4 other pathogens – full panel may include additional targets)
Category	Molecular Diagnostics / Confidential STI Testing

Don’t let silent STIs compromise your health or relationships. The STD 12 Panel (Real Time PCR) offers the most comprehensive, accurate, and fastest STI screening available in Dubai—with results in just 24 hours.

👉 Book your confidential STD 12 Panel today with Lab Tests Dubai and get peace of mind with same-day results.

Your sexual health matters. Test smart. Stay protected.