Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Panel

Test Name

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Panel

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Test Code

STD006

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Mycoplasma genitalium, Trichomonas vaginalis

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

Daily by 6pm; Report by next day

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

CLINICAL UTILITY

A gold standard panel for detecting major pathogens causing PID

SPECIMEN STABILITY

48 Hrs

METHODOLOGY

RT PCR

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

2-8°C, Do not freeze

SPECIMEN TYPE

Male – Urine or Genital swab , Female – Vaginal swab or Cervical Swab in a Sterile Container

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this Test?

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Panel

What does it measure?

A gold standard panel for detecting major pathogens causing PID

How to prepare yourself for the test?

When should you consider this test/ when this test is recommended?

If you notice symptoms of PID, such as pain in the lower abdomen and pelvis, heavy vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor, abnormal vaginal bleeding, and pain during intercourse.

Test Process/ how is the (test name) test performed?

A healthcare professional will collect a urine or genital/ vaginal swab sample from the patient with suspected PID

What are the risks of the (test name) test?

No associated risks

How to read the test report?/ What the results may indicate?

Test report indicates the detected pathogen which is responsible for PID