| Methodology: |
Direct Fluorescent Antibody Stain
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| Performed: |
Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Eye, genital, nasopharyngeal, or rectal swab.
For Chlamydia DFA only, collection kits with fixative are available (ARUP supply #16578). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787.
Specimen Preparation: Fix slide as directed by collection kit. Transport fixed slide.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Remarks: Specimen source preferred.
Unacceptable Conditions: Swabs in gel. Transport systems designed for use with other methodologies of Chlamydia testing. Dry swabs.
Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Fixed Slide: Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 week
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