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Test Code CHGCTPCR Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae PCR, Throat

Important Note

This test is for Throat Specimens (Aptima Swab)

Additional Codes

  • Expanse Test Name: Chlamydia/GC Throat,PCR
  • Medinet Ref Code: CHGCT
  • OV Code: IMO*CHGCTPCR

Performing Laboratory

St. Luke's Hospital

Methodology

PCR

Specimen Requirements

Extragenital (throat and rectal) swab specimens:

Use the Aptima Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit (this is the same Orange Aptima tube used to collect Vaginal CT/GC specimens)

After Collection, transport and store the swab in the swab specimen transport tube between 4C and 30C, or -20C and -70C until tested. Specimens must be assayed with the Aptima Combo 2 Assay within 60 days of Collection.

Reference Values

Negative

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87491

87591