Genital Ulcer Disease Panel by PCR
Also known as: GUDP PCR
Use
The Genital Ulcer Disease Panel by PCR is designed to detect and differentiate between several pathogens associated with genital and anorectal lesions/ulcers. This panel specifically targets herpes simplex virus 1 and 2, Treponema pallidum, Haemophilus ducreyi, and Chlamydia trachomatis L serovar. The use of this panel aids in the diagnosis of infections that cause genital ulcers, which is important for appropriate treatment and management of sexually transmitted infections.
Special Instructions
Specimen source is required for test processing. Proper specimen collection and handling are critical to ensure accurate results. Use the APTIMA Unisex Swab Specimen Collection kit or Viral Transport Media for specimen collection, available through ARUP.
Limitations
A negative result does not rule out the presence of PCR inhibitors in the patient specimen, or the presence of test-specific nucleic acid in concentrations below the detection level of the assay. The test does not differentiate between Chlamydia trachomatis L1-L3 serovars and is not cleared or approved by the FDA. This test is developed and performed by ARUP Laboratories as a Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) in a CLIA-certified laboratory.
New York Approved
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 31208-2
- 91859-9
- 91858-1
- 91846-6
- 76076-9
- 45090-8
Result Turnaround Time
1-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
APTIMA Swab: Place blue swab in swab specimen transport tube, break shaft off at score line, then recap tube. Swab in Viral Transport Media: Transfer swab to viral transport media.
Storage Instructions
Frozen
Causes for Rejection
Serum or plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 3 days |
| Refrigerated | 1 month |
| Frozen | 1 month |
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