Normal range: Negative
Comment: Detection by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a rapid & highly sensitive assay by the amplification of a specific bacterial genomic DNA fragment found in C. trachomatis. Rapid detection and diagnosis of chlamydia infection is critical in controlling not only the spread of disease but also the devastating sequelae. Partner evaluation to prevent reinfection is also an important aspect of controlling spread of the disease
Sample: Urine, patient not urinated previous 2hr, Urethral discharge, cervical smear