Chlamydia/Gonococcus, NAA
Also known as: Chlamydia/Gonococcus, Amplicor® PCR, Chlamydia/Gonococcus, Aptima® TMA, Chlamydia/Gonococcus, LCR
Use
Detect Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Special Instructions
Submit one specimen per test requested. Specify the exact specimen source/origin (e.g., endocervical). Indicate a specific test number on the test request form. The patient should not have urinated for at least one hour prior to specimen collection when collecting urine specimens.
Limitations
Specimens cannot be collected and used for Chlamydia/Neisseria and routine chemistry or urine culture. This test requires a first catch urine sample to ensure that organisms are effectively washed out of the urethra. Routine chemistry and bacterial or fungal culture require a clean catch midstream collection technique. Incorrect collection or transport conditions may lead to specimen rejection.
Methodology
PCR-based
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 64017-7
- 43304-5
- 43305-2
- 11502-2
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Cervical Swab
Volume
One swab
Minimum Volume
One swab
Container
Gen-Probe® Aptima® swab
Collection Instructions
Remove excess mucus; rotate the swab for 10 to 30 seconds; avoid contact with the vaginal mucosa.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature or refrigerate (2°C to 30°C).
Causes for Rejection
Incorrect patient identification; unlabeled specimen; inappropriate transport conditions; specimen leaked; expired device; incorrect device; incorrect source; presence of fixative or additives.