Chlamydia trachomatis, TMA (Alternate Target), Rectal
Use
Chlamydia trachomatis may infect the anal/rectal canal of sexually active individuals. Detection of this organism may be important for determining the risk for disease progression or transmission.
Special Instructions
Requires TSO form.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
1-8 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
1 rectal swab submitted in Aptima® Multitest transport tube
Container
Aptima® Multitest transport tube
Collection Instructions
Insert swab approximately 3-5 cm into the rectum. Rotate swab against the rectal wall at least 3 times. Withdraw the swab carefully. Swabs that are grossly contaminated with feces should be discarded and the collection repeated. Remove the cap from the swab specimen transport tube and immediately place the swab into the transport tube. Carefully break the swab shaft at the score line. Re‑cap the swab specimen transport tube tightly, label and ship to the lab.
Causes for Rejection
Transport tubes with 2 swabs • Transport tubes with non‑Aptima® swabs • Transport tubes with no swab • Specimens in broken containers • Swabs submitted in VCM/UTM or M4 viral transport
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 30 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |