Availability: Bilbao / Bilbo
Gynaecological cultures Bilbao
This page provides the practical information needed to have this test at the Askabide centre in Bilbao. The swab and culture required depend on symptoms, site and clinical suspicion. Culture does not replace molecular testing when molecular methods are indicated.
Usual sampleVaginal, cervical, vulval, urethral or other site-specific swab.
Initial preparationNo fasting required.
Indicative turnaroundMicroscopy or rapid tests may be early; cultures take 2–5 days and some fungi longer.
PathwayCombined pathway
Bilbao / Bilbo
What you should know
The swab and culture required depend on symptoms, site and clinical suspicion. Culture does not replace molecular testing when molecular methods are indicated.
Availability, sample type, preparation and turnaround time must be confirmed before attending.
Practical information for Bilbao
WhereEuskalduna kalea 10, 1.º A, 48008 Bilbao / Bilbo
AppointmentPhone or WhatsApp
ReportBy email after review and validation
General opening hoursL–V · 09:00–19:00
Before coming to the laboratory
- Appointments are arranged directly by phone or WhatsApp so that the test, preparation and availability can be confirmed.
- It depends on the test. Do not fast or stop medication unless a healthcare professional or the laboratory tells you to do so.
- Identification, the medical request if you have one, and any information requested by the centre.
- Ask first. The container, collection time and transport conditions depend on the test.