Syphilis Screen (Trepanemal Screen)

Virology

---

Description

Syphilis Screen Positive results may require further testing to confirm. Please note this assay is often tested as part of a panel of tests. TRT is dependant upon the completion of the last test in the panel and clinical review.

---

Indications

Asymptomatic sexual health screening Symptomatic Sexual health screen Sexual contact of known positive syphilis patient. This assay is also performed as part of the syphilis confirmatory reference panel.

---

Sample Type

Clotted Blood Sample, Serum

---

Reference Range

Reference ranges are not applicable to Virology Assays.This assay will produce a qualitative ( �Detected� or �NOT detected� ) result only.

---

Turnaround Time

Within 5 days

---

Testing Frequency

Daily

---

External Notes

Positive results may require further testing to confirm. Please note this assay is often tested as part of a panel of tests. TRT is dependant upon the completion of the last test in the panel and clinical review.

---

Patient Preparation

For further information regarding sample collection and sample containers please

---

Please note: the above information is subject to change and we endeavour to keep this website up to date wherever necessary.