| Synonyms:
| Trichomonas vaginalis by PANTHER, Trichomonas vaginalis PCR or amplified testing |
| Specimen: | Endocervical samples; APTIMA Combo 2 swab collection device.
Cervical brush sample in liquid-based cytology preservative (ThinPrep vial with PreservCyt solution).
ThinPrep collection kits are available from AnMed Health Laboratory Services.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Inclusion of cleaning swab in APTIMA Combo 2 transport tube; no fluid in APTIMA Combo 2 transport tube; collection with swabs having wooden shafts. Specimens too old or improperly labeled; ThinPrep cannot be more than 30 days old. |
| Reference Range: | Negative for Trichomonas vaginalis |
| Methodology: | Nucleic acid amplification |
| Test Use: | Diagnosis of Trichomonas vaginalis infections |
| Additional Information: | Trichomonas vaginalis may be done from same ThinPrep vial used for Pap as in conjunction with other testing such as Chlamydia/GC and High Risk HPR. |
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| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |