Lymphogranuloma venereum PCR |
| Alternative Names: | LGV PCR |
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| Laboratory: | Microbiology |
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| Test Code: | Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) PCR |
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| Registration Instructions: | Extracted DNA from C.trachomatis positive samples can be sent for this test.
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| Specimen Types: | Swab |
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| Container Types: | Cobas PCR media Uni Swab Sample kit
Dry Swab | |
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| Collection & Request Instructions: | Only performed on patients positive for C.trachomatis.
Testing for LGV will automatically be performed on rectal swabs which are positive for C.trachomatis from patients where rectal symptoms are stated in the clinical notes on the request form or electronic order. |
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| Processing Instructions: | Store at Room Temperature |
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| Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories: | Room Temperature |
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| Assay Frequency: | By Arrangement |
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| External Laboratory: | MDU, Public Health Laboratory, Peter Doherty Ins. |
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| External Transport Instructions: | Send at ambient temperature |
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