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Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA), M4/UTM : 0060774

Mnemonic: CTNG M4

Ordering Recommendation: Viral transport media (eg, M4/UTM) are not preferred for Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (0060241). Refer to "Sample Collection for the Diagnosis of STD" in the Specimen Required section below for optimal specimen types.
Methodology: Qualitative Target Amplification Nucleic Acid Probe
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Endocervical or urethral swab in viral transport media (M4) or UTM (ARUP supply #12884). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. Refer to "Sample Collection for the Diagnosis of STD" under Specimen Handling at www.aruplab.comwww.aruplab.com for specific specimen collection and transport instructions.

Specimen Preparation: Transport swab in 3 mL viral transport media (M4 or UTM). (Min: 1 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Remarks: Specimen source required.

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens in any transport media other than indicated above.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 3 months
Reference Interval:
Test Number Components Reference Interval
0060243Chlamydia trachomatis by Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA) Negative
0060244Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Transcription-Mediated Amplification (TMA) Negative

Interpretive Data: Use of transport media other than the manufacturer's collection kit (eg, viral transport media) may result in reduced sensitivity. Specimens should be collected and transported following the instructions in "Sample Collection for the Diagnosis of STD Using Nucleic Acid Amplification Tests" under Specimen Handling at www.aruplab.com

Positive results are confirmed using an alternative nucleic acid target in accordance with CDC guidelines. See: Screening Tests To Detect Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae Infections - 2002. (http://www.cdc.gov/std/LabGuidelines/rr5115.pdf)

This test is intended for medical purposes only and is not valid for the evaluation of suspected sexual abuse or for other forensic purposes.
In certain contexts, culture may be required to meet applicable laws and regulations for diagnosis of C. trachomatis and N. gonorrhoeae infections.

See Compliance Statement B: www.aruplab.com/CS
CPT Code(s): 87491; 87591