Test Code SCCTR Chlamydia trachomatis, Self-Collect, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Rectal
Specimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see SCCGR / Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Self-Collect, Amplified RNA, Rectal
Specimen Type: Rectal/anal
Supplies: Aptima Rectal Swab Self-Collection Kit (T1000)
Container/Tube: Aptima Multitest Swab
Specimen Volume: Swab
Collection Instructions:
1. Specimens must be collected in a healthcare setting by the patient using the Aptima Multitest Swab (provided in T1000 or available separately.
2. Provide patient with the Aptima Vaginal Swab Self-Collection Kit or Aptima Multitest Swab and collection instructions.
3. Instruct patient to collect the specimen following the instructions provided and then return swab to the healthcare professional once complete.
4. Once patient returns the specimen, ensure the tube is securely capped, and label tube with patient's entire name and collection date and time.
5. Maintain swab container at either 4 to 30° C (refrigerate temperature is preferred) or -20 to -70° C and transport within 60 days of collection.
Secondary ID
621935Useful For
Detecting Chlamydia trachomatis using rectal swabs collected by the patient in a healthcare setting
This test is not intended for use in medico-legal applications.
This test is not useful for the detection of other Chlamydia species.
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see SCCGR / Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Self-Collect, Amplified RNA, Rectal
Transcription-Mediated Amplification
Reporting Name
C trach, RNA, SelfCollect, RectalSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | APTIMA VIAL | |
Ambient | APTIMA VIAL | ||
Frozen | APTIMA VIAL |
Reject Due To
Transport tubes containing a cleaning swab or more than 1 swab | Reject |
No swab present in Aptima vial | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see SCCGR / Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Self-Collect, Amplified RNA, Rectal
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
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Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87491
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
SCCTR | C trach, RNA, SelfCollect, Rectal | 43304-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
621935 | Chlamydia trachomatis amplified RNA | 43304-5 |