ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 0065059: Chlamydia trachomatis DNA Probe |
| Test Mnemonic: CHLDNAP | |
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Methodology: DNA Probe
Performed: Sun-Sat Reported: 1-2 days |
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Collect: Female endocervical, male urethral, or conjunctival swabs. Use Gen-Probe® Pace 2 collection and transport media. ARUP Supply#: female kit 12575; male kit 12576.
Transport: Swab must be transported in Gen-Probe® Pace 2 transport tubes at 2-8°C. Pediatric Collection/Transport: This test is not recommended for pediatric patients. Remarks: Gross presence of blood in the specimen may interfere with the test performance. Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens not in Gen-Probe® Pace 2 transport. Stability: In Gen-Probe® Pace 2 transport media: Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 week |
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Positive Negative |
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Nucleic-acid amplification tests (NAAT) are superior to direct DNA probe testing for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis. For NAAT, refer to Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®) (0060241) or Chlamydia trachomatis by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®) (0060243). Closely observe instructions for specimen collection and transport using test-specific kits provided by the manufacturer for each specimen type. Culture is recommended for Chlamydia trachomatis detection in cases of suspected sexual abuse or suspected failure of therapy.
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| Amplification tests are recommended for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis from genitourinary sources. Refer to Chlamydia trachomatis by Amplified DNA Detection (APTIMA®) (0060243). Direct DNA probe testing is appropriate only for endocervical, urethral, and conjunctival specimens. Specimens must be collected and transported in test-specific kits provided by the manufacturer. Culture is recommended for Chlamydia trachomatis detection in cases of suspected sexual abuse or suspected failure of therapy. |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 87490 |