Nucleic acid amplification test

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Test for amplification of RNA or DNA.

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  • In chlamydia diagnostics highest sensitivity (> 95%) and specificity (almost 100%).
  • Simultaneous examination for gonococci possible.
  • Technical procedure comparable to that of a polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
  • Approx. 4-5 hours time required.

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Detection of Chlamydia.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Gaydos CA et al (2004) Comparison of three nucleic acid amplification tests for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis in urine specimens. J Clin Microbiol 42: 3041-3045

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer