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 |
Virology |
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) |
Frequency of analysis |
Once weekly, usually Wednesday |
Turnaround time |
1 week |
Availability |
Once weekly, usually Wednesday |
Notes |
To detect C. trachomatis serovar L1-L3, the laboratory currently uses an in-house real-time PCR assay. Samples are only processed for LGV PCR if patient has a C. trachomatis infection. Please ensure to also send an Aptima swab for C. trachomatis and N. gonorrhoeae testing. Transport samples to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be refrigerated if not transported immediately. |
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Last updated |
Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:09:50 GMT |