Trichomonas vaginalis, NAA
Use
Diagnosis of Trichomonas vaginalis infection
Special Instructions
For proper specimen collection, patient self-collection and care provider collection instructions must be followed to ensure sample integrity and accurate results. Special care should be taken not to contaminate the specimen and to use appropriate transport devices.
Limitations
The accuracy of the test results is dependent on the proper collection and handling of the specimen. Samples that are not correctly collected or transported may yield false-negative results. Inappropriate specimen transport conditions, use of expired or incorrect transport devices, and specimen contamination can affect test sensitivity. Additionally, the presence of fixatives or additives in the specimen could lead to rejection.
Methodology
PCR-based (Nucleic acid amplification)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 46154-1
- 46154-1
- 11502-2
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Vaginal Swab
Volume
One swab
Minimum Volume
One swab
Container
Gen-Probe® Aptima® swab
Collection Instructions
Collect vaginal fluid using the Gen-Probe® Aptima® vaginal swab kit. Rotate swab for 10 to 30 seconds, place into transport tube, and break swab shaft.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Specimen with incorrect patient identification, inappropriate specimen transport conditions, specimens received after prolonged delay, specimen leaked in transit, specimen in expired transport, specimen with incorrect volume, incorrect transport device.