Chlamydia/Gonococcus/Mycoplasma genitalium, NAA, Swab
Use
Detect Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma genitalium
Special Instructions
This test utilizes the Aptima® Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit or Aptima® Unisex Swab Specimen Collection Kit for sample collection. Proper collection technique must be followed to ensure the accuracy of test results. Samples should be maintained at room temperature or refrigerated within 30 days of collection, according to manufacturer or literature stability references. It is important to adhere to the specific collection instructions for different swab types to minimize risk of contamination and ensure adequate specimen sampling.
Limitations
The test is limited in its ability to detect infections only caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Mycoplasma genitalium. It cannot detect other sexually transmitted infections or pathogens not included in this assay. Incorrect specimen collection, handling, or transport may lead to false results. The presence of interfering substances or inadequate specimen volume can also affect the accuracy of the test. The test should not be used as the sole criterion for treatment decisions; clinical correlation with patient history and other diagnostic information is necessary.
Methodology
PCR-based (qPCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 21613-5
- 32705-6
- 69935-5
Result Turnaround Time
3-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Vaginal Swab
Volume
One Aptima® swab
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Aptima® Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit or Aptima® Unisex Swab Specimen Collection Kit
Collection Instructions
Vaginal swab: Collect vaginal fluid sample using the Aptima® swab by contacting the swab to the lower third of the vaginal wall and rotating the swab for 10 to 30 seconds to absorb fluid. Immediately place the swab into the transport tube and carefully break the swab shaft against the side of the tube. Tightly screw on the cap.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature or refrigerate (2°C to 30°C).
Causes for Rejection
Specimen with incorrect patient identification; unlabeled specimen; inappropriate specimen transport conditions, including specimens received frozen, specimens received after prolonged delay (usually >72 hours), specimen leaked in transit, specimen in expired transport or incorrect transport device; specimens with inappropriate source for test requested; specimen with fixative or additives; Aptima® urine transport; Aptima® swab transport >30 days from collection; Aptima® swab specimen without a swab; cleaning swab (white-shaft swab) in Aptima® swab transport; any non-Aptima® swab submitted in Aptima® transport device; transport device with multiple swabs; bloody or grossly mucoid specimens; bacterial swabs; specimen in ProbeTec™ UPT transport; ProbeTec™ Q-swabs
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 30 days |