FAST-STI

STI Panel

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Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing by molecular technique

In both sexes, up to 70% of those infected with sexually transmitted infections or disease (STI) can remain asymptomatic for a varying period of time. STIs are the most common cause of illness worldwide. If a patient is sexually active, getting tested for STIs is critical to protecting their health.

We use quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) to identify bacteria and viruses that cause sexually transmitted diseases with over 95% accuracy. Within 24-48 hours, we can provide a more definitive diagnosis and detect the presence of polymicrobial infections so clinicians can plan an individualized treatment protocol.

 

Pathogens Detected

  • Haemophilus ducreyi

  • Ureaplasma urealyticum

  • Treponema pallidum (Syphilis)

  • Mycoplasma genitalium

  • Chlamydia trachomatis

  • Trichomonas vaginalis herpes
    simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1)
    herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2)

  • Neisseria gonorrhoeae

  • Human papillomavirus 16

  • Human papillomavirus 18

  • Human papillomavirus 45

  • Megasphera Type 1

  • Megashpera Type 2

  • Candida albicans

  • Candida dubliniensis

  • Candida glabrata

  • Candida krusei

  • Candida tropicalis

  • Escherichia coli

  • Staphylococcus aureus