Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Miscellaneous Sites, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Varies
Use
This test is used to detect Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae in non-FDA-approved specimen types, such as ocular or peritoneal fluid. It's crucial for identifying these specific pathogens in sites not approved by the FDA, allowing for targeted treatment. Annual screening, especially for sexually active women and pregnant women, is recommended due to the asymptomatic nature of many infections, potentially preventing complications like infertility and facilitating timely treatment.
Special Instructions
This test should not be used for medico-legal purposes or for detecting Chlamydia pneumoniae or other Chlamydia species. Specimen source must be specified when ordering this test. Use appropriate Aptima swabs for collection.
Limitations
This test does not detect Chlamydia pneumoniae or other Chlamydia species. Improper specimen collection, concurrent antibiotic therapy, and low organism quantity may cause false negatives. Positive results should be interpreted with caution in low-prevalence populations due to possible false-positives. Persisting nucleic acids post-treatment can be misinterpreted as active infection, so clinical context is essential for result interpretation.
New York Approved
Methodology
PCR-based (Transcription Mediated Amplification)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 64017-7
- 31208-2
- 43304-5
- 43305-2
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Other
Volume
1 Swab
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Aptima Multitest Swab or Aptima Unisex Swab
Collection Instructions
Use Aptima Multitest Swab or Aptima Unisex Swab. Do not use the white cleaning swab. Collect swab and place it in the transport tube, snap off at score line, securely cap and label tube. Maintain at 2 to 30 degrees C, transport within 60 days.
Storage Instructions
Maintain at 2 to 30 degrees C, refrigerate preferred.
Causes for Rejection
Multiple sources on single tube, Fluid collected in ThinPrep vial before aliquoted into Aptima Transfer Tube