Chlamydia nucleic acid (female samples)
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: Cervical or vaginal swabs COBAS transport medium (Do Not refrigerate - store at room temperature) Use collection pack provided Please note- urine samples are not suitable for females and will be Rejected
Turnaround Time: 3-5 days |
Nucleic acid amplification test for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis in clinical samples.
Note: samples are tested for both Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis in combination.
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, store at ambient temperature.
Measurement units: Not applicable
Clinical decision points: Interpretive comments included in report
Factors known to significantly affect results: Interfering factors include lubricants, hand sanitisers and talcum powder
Reference Lab: n/a