Overview

0594

Lymphogranuloma venereum, LGV (PCR)

Material & Volume

Swab, 1. urine or ejaculate

Reference values

AgeRange
Allnegative

Clinical information

Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) is caused by the serotypes L1, L2, and L3 of Chlamydia trachomatis and is sexually transmitted. It is more common in men who have sex with men (MSM). LGV is rare in the general population.
LGV is often asymptomatic (especially in women; cervicitis in 85% without symptoms). If symptoms occur, the primary stage is a non-painful, often itchy ulcer at the entry site (more common in the anal region in MSM). As the disease progresses, there is swelling of the (inguinal) lymph nodes with pain and fever as well as bleeding and purulent discharge. In the context of proctitis, very severe pain can occur during defecation.
Note: A screening test for Chlamydia trachomatis sp. is conducted first. If the result is positive, the differentiation pcr is performded.

Index

Chlamydia trachomatis serovars L1-L3

Position / Price

Position: No mandatory provision
Price: CHF 47.70
+ Processing fee: CHF 21.60
(per order and per day)

Method

PCR

Executing laboratory

labor team w ag

Execution time

1 day