The Chlamydia test kit is our sexual health diagnostic panel that can identify Chlamydia infections caused byChlamydia trachomatis. Using real-time PCR technology, the sample is qualitatively analysed to detect bacterial genomic material present within the sample using highly specific primer/probe sequences and thermal cycling, while the sample is continuously monitored by software-guided LEDs to quantify the abundance of the target genes.
Is a common STI which is caused by bacterial infection, Chlamydia trachomatis. Many people will not show any signs or symptoms. However, if left un-treated it can cause long term consequences including pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility. Chlamydia trachomatis is a gram-negative bacterium and intracellular parasite1. It starts out in a spore-like form called an elementary body and upon entering a host cell it transforms into a new form called a reticulate body. The bacteria then replicates until the cell ruptures, releasing the new elementary bodies into the environment to seek out new host cells and start the process all over again2. Chlamydia is transmitted through vaginal discharge or semen and genital contact as well as unprotected virginal, oral or anal sex. Despite a few cases of antibiotic resistance there are no examples of Chlamydia strains showing natural or stable antibiotic resistance3.
Infection
Chlamydia trachomatis
(16S rRNA gene the cryptic plasmid multi-copy sequence)
Limit of detection
0.075 cp/μl, Chlamydia trachomatis
Turn Around Time
Same day
*From sample arrival at the laboratory
Each Chlamydia test kit contains:
Genital swab, endocervical swab, urine or urethral swab.
95kPa specimen transport bag
Return address labelled UN3373 mailing bag
Sample collection instructions
We guarantee a same day turnaround from when your sample is received in our laboratory.
Our laboratory is an ISO 15189 accredited clinical laboratory. We adhere to strict internal quality assurance measures and are committed to providing a high-quality service, to consistently deliver clinically valid results.
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