Microbiology
| Full details for "LGV PCR". | |
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Name |
LGV PCR |
Alternative name/Profile |
Chlamydia / Chlamydia trachomatis serovar L1-L3 / Sexually Transmitted Diseases / STIs Sexually transmitted infection / STI / rectal swab / Proctitis / Systemic infection involving lymphoid tissue / Lymphogranuloma venerum |
Department |
Microbiology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Male:Rectal swab |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
Viral swab (green-topped Sigma Virocult or NobleBio Rest CTM swab) |
Frequency of analysis |
Monday - Friday |
Turnaround time |
1 week |
Availability |
Monday - Friday |
Notes |
To detect C. trachomatis serovar L1-L3, the laboratory currently uses an in-house real-time PCR assay. Transport samples to the laboratory without delay. |
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Last updated |
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:16:13 GMT |