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Candida albicans Vaginal swab PCR

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Sample Requirements
Sample Requirements
Order Code
180055
CPT
87801
Test Details
TAT

7 working days

Methodology

Multiplex Qualitative Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday and Wednesday

Test Overview

Detects *Candida albicans* DNA from vaginal swab. Used to diagnose candidiasis.

Specimen Type

Vaginal swab

Volume

One swab

Specimen Container

Aptima vaginal swab

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Order Code
180055
CPT
87801
Test Details
TAT

7 working days

Methodology

Multiplex Qualitative Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Monday and Wednesday

Test Overview

Detects *Candida albicans* DNA from vaginal swab. Used to diagnose candidiasis.

Specimen Type

Vaginal swab

Volume

One swab

Specimen Container

Aptima vaginal swab

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days