On Demand September 13, 2005

New Laboratory Testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea

Broadcast Date: September 13, 2005 | (35 minutes)

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Program Overview

Effective, October 3, 2005, the Bureau of Clinical Laboratories will be using amplified DNA testing for all Chlamydia and Gonorrhea testing. The new assay provides improved sensitivity and offers the option to submit a swab or a urine specimen as well as performing both tests on one specimen. The procedure will replace both the Pace 2 and the Gonostat that we are presently using. There will be some changes in service areas, collection and transport methods, and clinic protocol. Therefore, it is important that everyone involved in the collection of these specimen view this webcast.

Faculty

Tom Kirkland
Bureau of Clinical Laboratories
Serology Division
Alabama Department of Public Health

Lynne Crowley
Technical Sales Representative
Gen-Probe

Contact Hours

None for this program.

Contact for Technical Assistance

Call 334-206-5618 or email ALPHTN.

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