Impact Story
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September 19, 2024
COMMUNITY AND GLOBAL HEALTH
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The Need
Trichomoniasis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea are the three most prevalent, treatable STDs in the U.S. If left untreated, complications can include infertility, pelvic inflammatory disease, pregnancy complications, and increased risk of HIV acquisition.1
CDC recommends:1
CDC recommends:1
- Annual CT/NG screening of all sexually active women under 25
- Screening of other at-risk individuals including MSM*
- Testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, & trichomoniasis using NAATs^ (PCR)
- Timely testing and treatment
1Workowski KA, et al. Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines, 2015. MMWR Recomm Rep. 2015 Jun 5;64(RR-03):1-137
*MSM — men who have sex with men
^NAAT — nucleic acid amplification test
*MSM — men who have sex with men
^NAAT — nucleic acid amplification test
The Solution
Accurate on-demand PCR results are ready when you need them
- On‑demand, in‑visit results may help streamline clinical workflows
- Patient collected specimens can create operational efficiencies
- Test supports multiple specimen types, as defined in the instructions for use
The Impact
Provide fast patient results to:
- Enable results during the patient visit
- Support efficient patient care workflows
- Support public health efforts through timely identification of infection
- May help inform appropriate clinical management decisions
