Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) by PCR to HCMC, Rectal - Safe Child Only
Abbrev Code: | CTNGR | ||
Order Code: | LAB8119 | Order Name: | CT/NG Rectal Swab COC for Safe Child |
Synonyms: | Gonococcus | ||
Methodology: | Transcription mediated amplification technology | ||
CPT Codes: | x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed Sun-Fri; results are reported within 2-3 days. | ||
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Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Rectal swab contained in the APTIMA Collection Kit. |
Container: | Aptima Purple tube Alternate Containers: Aptima Orange tube |
Collection Instructions: |
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Causes for Rejection: | Transport swab containing a large, white cleaning swab. Transport tubes without a swab; with more than 1 swab; or with a swab not included in kit. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | After collection, transport and store swab in the swab transport tube at 2°C to 30°C. Specimens must be assayed within 60 days of collection. |
Shipping Instructions: | Transport and store swab in the swab transport tube at 2°C to 30°C. Specimens should be sent in individual bags to limit the possibility of cross-contamination. Collecting Lab to send STAT directly to HCMC via courier. Chain of Custody Form should be signed at all touch points. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Hennepin County Medical Center) |
Referral Lab number: | LAB0001343 |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | Negative for Chlamydia trachomatis by PCR. Negative for Neisseria gonorrhoeae by PCR. |
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