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How likely is it to get a false-negative result if you give an msu sample in a pcr urine test for chlamydia?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

This is a wise question, but don't worry. Apparently you know that first catch, not midstream urine (MSU) is advised for chlamydia/gonorrhea testing. The performance of MSU specimens has never been formally studied. However, 20 years experience in all labs is that it makes no difference: negative result on MSU will be reliable, with no increased risk of a false negative result.

Answered 8/4/2023

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