Chlamydia trachomatis DNA
Description:
The APTIMA COMBO 2 Assay is a target amplification nucleic acid probe test that utilizes target capture for the in vitro qualitative detection and differentiation of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) from Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and/or Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) to aid in the diagnosis of chlamydial and/or gonococcal urogenital disease.
Units:
Positive /Negative/Indeterminate
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
Vaginal, Rectal, Throat, Eye,Urethral, Cervical, Wound Swabs and Urine
Turnaround time:
3 days
Special sample instructions:
Use collection packs provided for Aptima NAAT testing
Time limit for extra tests:
14 days
Contacts:
South London Specialist Virology Centre
Results: 02032996155 Medical Advice: 02032996298
King's College Hospital
Cheyne Wing, 2nd Floor (opposite Liver ITU)
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
DX address: South London (PHL) Kings DX 6570200 Peckham 90SE
Cheyne Wing, 2nd Floor (opposite Liver ITU)
Denmark Hill
London SE5 9RS
DX address: South London (PHL) Kings DX 6570200 Peckham 90SE
Laboratory:
Last updated: 07/08/2015
