DNA Listeria monocytogenes — PCR, qualitative (urine)
PCR for Listeria monocytogenes DNA detection in urine. Especially important for suspected listeriosis, urinary tract infections, immunodeficiency, and pregnancy.
Biomaterial: Urine
- Follow standard sample collection rules
- Collect midstream urine in sterile container
- Avoid antibiotics 24-48 hours before
Medications: Inform physician of antibiotic intake
- Suspected listeriosis;
- immunodeficiency; treatment monitoring;
- pregnant women;
- risk group preventive examinations.
Positive — Listeria monocytogenes DNA detected.
Negative — not detected; repeat or bacteriological study may be recommended.
Final interpretation by physician.
Recommended physicians: Infectious disease specialist, General Practitioner, Gynecologist, Immunologist.
