Test directory: Chlamydia/GC, PCR, SurePath/ThinPrep

Ordering Code4328
Test NameChlamydia/GC, PCR, SurePath/ThinPrep
AliasC. trachomatis and GC PCR, Chlamydia and GC Surepath, PCR Liquid
Based CT/NG Nucleic Acid Amplification
Profile Contains
Preferred SpecimenEndocervical Brushing in SurePath or ThinPrep Vial
Preferred Container1 SP ( SurePath Vial)
Optimum Volume3 mL
Collection InstructionsUse only the cervical broom supplied with the SurePath Kit
Insert broom into the cervical os using firm but gentle pressure so that the bristles are splayed out against the ectocervix
After insertion, rotate the broom 5 times in a clockwise fashion
Detach and place broom into the SurePath vial. Close the vial securely.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Ambient
Airline: Ambient
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 1 Month
Refrigerated: 2 Months
Avail. StatNO
Analytic Time3 Days

Reference range(s) for N.gonorrhoeae PCR,SurePath/ThinPrep

ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Specimen TypeALLSee report.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae, PCRALLNEGATIVENEGATIVE

Reference range(s) for C.trachomatis PCR,SurePath/ThinPrep

ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Specimen TypeALLSee report.
Chlamydia trachomatis, PCRALLNEGATIVENEGATIVE