Home
HelpTest Code LSU: CTGC Chlamydia/GC by Amplified DNA
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB1376
Epic Description: CHLAMYDIA / N.GONORROHEAE BY AMP DNA
Synonym
CT/GC Amplified Probe
Chlamydia DNA
Neisseria DNA
CT/NG
Specimen Type
Varies
Specimen Required
Primary Source: Vaginal or Cervical
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Roch cobas PCR media | 1 swab | 1 swab |
Alternate Source: Urine, First-catch (Male or Female)
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Roche cobas Urine container |
20.0 mL | 7 .0 mL |
Specimen Stability
Vaginal swabs in Roche Transport collection devices are stable for 90 days at room temperature. Urines must be transferred to Roche Urine collection device within 24 hours of collection. Urine samples in urine collection device are stable for 90 days at room temperature.
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Collect female specimens by using the large swab for cleaning and then the small swab for collecting specimen. Avoid excessively bloody specimens.
Collect first catch urine.Transport refrigerated on freeze packs or at room temperature. Refrigerate if holding overnight. Samples collected in urine collection devices can be held at room temperature.
Performing Lab
Ochsner LSU Molecular Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday-Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Transport specimen to Molecular at room temperature.
CPT Code Information
87491
87591
Patient Preparation
Females -Clean vaginal area before collecting specimen. For Urine specimens – Collect first catch; not midstream.