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Acceptable initial screening test for syphilis. May use to confirm reactive treponemal test (eg, EIA, CIA) if using so-called reverse algorithm testing. Acceptable test for monitoring treatment response in established syphilis.
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| Methodology: |
Semi-Quantitative Flocculation
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
1-2 days
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Plain red or serum separator tube.
Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube (Min: 0.25 mL)
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Unacceptable Conditions: CSF or other body fluids. Contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
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