Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA(R)), M4/UTM specimens : ARUP Lab Tests

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Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®), M4/UTM specimens : 0060774

Mnemonic: CTNG M4

Methodology:	Target Amplification Nucleic Acid Probe
Performed:	Sun-Sat
Reported:	1-2 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: Endocervical or urethral swab in viral transport media (M4) or UTM (ARUP supply #12884) Transport: 3 mL viral transport media (M4) or UTM at 2-8° C. (Min: 1 mL) Remarks: Indicate source on requisition. Unacceptable Conditions: Wood swabs or samples in any other transport media. Stability: Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable

Reference Interval:

Test Number	Components	Reference Interval
0060243	Chlamydia trachomatis by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®)	Negative
0060244	Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®)	Negative

Interpretive Data:

Positive results are confirmed using an alternative nucleic acid target in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control Guideline: Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae 2002 Screening Guidelines.

The performance characteristics of this test were determined by ARUP Laboratories.

Culture may be required in certain clinical contexts for diagnosing Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections to meet applicable laws and regulations.

CPT Code(s):

87801

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