Chlamydia trachomatis Culture

LOINC codes: 6349-5
Tests that measure Chlamydia trachomatis Culture: Labcorp 1

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Chlamydia trachomatis Culture 008565
Swab · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 3 - 5 days
Method and collection
Method
Cell culture and subsequent detection of Chlamydia by fluorescent antibody
Collection
Conjunctiva: Remove mucus and exudate. Use a swab and firm pressure to scrape away epithelial cells from upper and lower lids. Cervix: Remove mucus/pus with a swab, discard, and use firm and rotating pressure to obtain specimen with another swab. May be combined with a urethral swab into same transport medium. This combination of cervical and urethral method is highly recommended. Posterior nasopharynx or throat: Collect epithelial cells by using a swab. Rectum: Sample anal crypts with a swab. Avoid contamination with fecal material. Urethra: Patient should not urinate within one hour prior to specimen collection. The swab should be inserted 2 cm into the urethra. Use firm pressure to scrape cells from the mucosal surface. If possible repeat with second swab.
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Codes and registries

LOINC 6349-5
Regenstrief Institute codes that identify the same result across labs.
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