Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD54163Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Neisseria gonorrhoeae RNA, TMA, Urogenital
Also known as: NG TMA, GC Aptima, Hologic, GC TMA, NG Aptima
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Intended for qualitative detection of Neisseria gonorrhoeae via transcription-mediated amplification (TMA) of rRNA from urogenital specimens. Useful for diagnosis in symptomatic or screening contexts in accord with CDC recommendations.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
Uses transcription‑mediated amplification (TMA), a nucleic acid amplification method, to qualitatively detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae RNA in urogenital specimens.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae rRNA
OtherPresence/Absence • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Urine
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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