The introduction of molecular techniques, such as PCR technology, offers a superior route of pathogen detection with up to 100% specificity and 99% sensitivity. MDL offers a number of assays for detection of multiple pathogens associated with sexually transmitted diseases and gynecologic infections. The unrivaled sensitivity and specificity of the PCR method in detecting infectious agents provides the clinician with an accurate and rapid means of diagnosis, with a turnaround time of 48-72 hours. This valuable diagnostic tool will assist the clinician with diagnosis, early detection, patient stratification, drug prescription and prognosis. No refrigeration or freezing of specimen is required. Order any pathogen listed below from the . Specimen is stable for 5 days after collection.
 
Gynecology Testing by PCR
143     Actinomyces israelii by Real-Time PCR
142     Atopobium vaginae by Real-Time PCR
133     Bacterial Vaginosis Panel by Real-Time            PCR
125     Bacteroides fragilis by Real-Time PCR
551     Candida albicans by Real-Time PCR
576     Candida dubliniensis by Real-Time PCR
559     Candida glabrata by Real-Time PCR
566     Candida krusei by Real-Time PCR
577     Candida lusitaniae by Real-Time PCR
558     Candida parapsilosis by Real-Time PCR
557     Candida tropicalis by Real-Time PCR
560     Candida Vaginitis Panel by Real-Time            PCR
105     Chlamydia trachomatis by Real-Time            PCR
207     Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by Real-Time            PCR
132     Gardnerella vaginalis Real-Time PCR
115     Genital Ulcer Disease Panel
           (HSV-1 & HSV-2) by Real-Time PCR
           H. ducreyi, T. pallidum
122     Haemophilus ducreyi by Real-Time PCR
113     HSV viral load by Real-Time PCR
126     Herpes subtype (HSV-1 & HSV-2)
           by Real-Time PCR
140     HPV Type-Detect by PCR
121     Leukorrhea Panel by Real-Time PCR
           N. gonorrhoeae, C. trachomatis, T. vaginalis
136     Lymphogranuloma venerium (LGV)
           by Real-Time PCR
124     Mobiluncus mulieris and Mobiluncus curtisii
           by Real-Time PCR
128     Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV)
           by Real-Time PCR
129     Mycoplasma genitalium by Real-Time PCR
130     Mycoplasma hominis by Real-Time PCR
107     Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Real-Time PCR
109     Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis
           by Real-Time PCR
110     Treponema pallidum by Real-Time PCR
111     Trichomonas vaginalis by Real-Time PCR
320     Ureaplasma urealyticum by Real-Time PCR
131     Urogenital Mycoplasma Panel by Real-Time PCR
           Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis
134     Urogenital Mycoplasma & Ureaplasma Panel by            Real-Time PCR
           Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis,
           Ureaplasma urealyticum
127     Vaginal Group B Strep (GBS) by Real-Time
           PCR
137     Vaginal Group B Strep (GBS) Antibiotic
           Resistance by PCR
 
Collecting samples with
Prep: Visualize cervix with speculum. Remove excess mucus and/or secretions from the cervix with a swab. Discard the swab.
Step 1. Firmly, yet gently, sample the endocervical canal with the sterile Dacron® rotating 360° for 10 to 30 seconds to ensure adequate sampling. When sampling a crusted over lesion, moisten the swab in sterile saline prior to taking the sample.
Step 2. Remove the swab and place into the vial. Snap off the shaft to fit completely in the vial.
Step 3.To prevent leakage, be sure the swab fits into the vial prior to capping. Tightly cap the vial. For packaging and shipping instructions, please refer to MDL’s catalog of services.
Collecting samples for Vaginal Group B Strep (GBS) with
Obtaining specimens for the diagnosis of GBS infection from both the anorectum and the distal vagina increases the sensitivity by a considerable percentage (5% - 25%) over vaginal swabbing alone. Within the genital tract, the highest isolation rates are reported from introitus and the lowest from the cervix. Pregnancy does not influence colonization.
Step 1. Firmly, yet gently, sample the vagina and the anorectum with the sterile Dacron® rotating 360° for 10 to 30 seconds to ensure adequate sampling.
Step 2. Remove the swab and place into the vial. Snap off the shaft to fit completely in the vial.
Step 3. To prevent leakage, be sure the swab fits into the vial prior to capping. Tightly cap the vial. For packaging and shipping instructions, please refer to MDL’s catalog of services.
Step 4. If diagnostic testing for other STDs are required, an additional cervical swab can be collected and inserted into the same transport vial.
 
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