| Methodology: |
Polymerase Chain Reaction
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Genital or rectal swab.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Swab in bacterial transport media at 2-8°C.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
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