Syphilis PCR

Diagnostic Use

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. The diagnosis of syphilis is most commonly made by serologic testing.

Swab lesions , particularly if likely to be a reinfection.

Please contact Clinical Microbiologist with any questions

Department

Microbiology - Virology

Delphic Registration Code

SYPC

Laboratory Handling

Laboratory

Testing is performed daily on routine weekdays, with results available from mid-afternoon.

Test Adds

Add-ons can be made if an appropriate sample has already been received for other PCR testing. Please call Virology to discuss.

Turnaround Time

3 days

Test Code

8857