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What is CT ng TV?
The Savvygen™ STI CT/NG/TV allows the qualitative detection of Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) by Real-Time PCR in urine or from a vaginal swab specimen.
What is CT ng TV DNA urine swab?
INTENDED USE. The AMPLICOR CT/NG Test for Chlamydia trachomatis is a qualitative in vitro test for the detection of C. trachomatis plasmid DNA in urine from males and females, in endocervical swab specimens, and in male urethral swab specimens as evidence of symptomatic or asymptomatic infection with C. trachomatis. C.
How does LabCorp test for Chlamydia?
The preferred method for chlamydia testing is the nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) that detects the genetic material (DNA) of Chlamydia trachomatis.
Is Chlamydia and trichomoniasis the same test?
A positive chlamydia test indicates an active infection with the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. A positive Trichomoniasis test indicates an active infection with the Trichomoniasis vaginalis parasite.
How does LabCorp test for STD?
If you have symptoms that may indicate an infection in your throat and/or rectum, your doctor will obtain a sample of cells from those areas by rubbing them with a swab. These samples are sent to LabCorp where tests will be performed to determine whether a STD is present.
Does labcorp check STDs?
Are labcorp STD tests accurate?
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. Labcorp offers timely, accurate and convenient screening options that can help curb rising STI rates in the U.S.
What kind of STD is trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis is caused by a one-celled protozoan, a type of tiny parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. The parasite passes between people during genital contact, including vaginal, oral or anal sex. The infection can be passed between men and women, women, and sometimes men.
Can you test negative for STD and still have it?
It is possible to get a negative test result and still have an STD. Given the potential impact of some STDs—from genital warts to fertility issues to cancer and more—it may seem unlikely that you could have one and not know it. But very often, that’s the case.
How long does it take to get STD test results back from LabCorp?
In most cases, lab test results delivery times should not exceed two weeks. The most common reason for delay in receiving results is inaccurate or out-of-date personal information on record with your health care providers or in your Labcorp Patient™ portal personal profile.