3015. PCR. Chlamydia trachomatis (blood, qualitative determination)
Description
Chlamydia trachomatis PCR testing in blood allows detection of the pathogen's DNA in systemic infections. The test is used in complex or atypical cases, as well as in patients with immunosuppression or suspected generalized infection.
When and who needs the test?
- If systemic or generalized forms of chlamydia are suspected.
- For reactive arthritis, chronic fever, and immunosuppression.
- In newborns with suspected intrauterine infection.
- To confirm the diagnosis if PCR results from the urogenital tract are negative, but the clinical picture is present.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...