Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)

Test information: Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a particular strain of chlamydia bacteria. It is mostly acquired by men who have sex with men. Only specimens that are known to be positive for C. trachomatis are accepted for testing. All people with proctitis should have rectal swabs taken to test for lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV).

All HIV-positive men who have sex with men (with or without symptoms) with Chlamydia trachomatis at any site should have rectal swabs taken to test for LGV.

Availability: Referred to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Virus Reference Department (VRD): Monday - Friday during routine hours: 08:45 - 17:15.

Turnaround Time: 7 Days upon receipt at UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Virus Reference Department (VRD)

Related Tests: Chlamydia trachomatis & Neisseria gonorrhoeae NAAT

Specimen Type(s)

• Rectal swab;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Aptima Multitest Swab Specimen Collection Kit;
• Aptima Unisex Swab Specimen Collection Kit for Endocervical and Male Urethral Swab Specimens ;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• N/A;

Analytes

• Lymphogranuloma Venereum biovar DNA;

Part of a test profile?

No

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

500 uL

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

Swab specimens should be transported 2 °C to 30 °C and are stable for up to 60 days prior to testing.

Maximum add on time

4 Weeks

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Not Detected / Detected

UKAS number

8825

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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