Clinical laboratories in Donostia, Gasteiz and Bilbao
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PCR, STIs and infections

HPV, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, SARS-CoV-2 and serology, with specimen selection based on exposure and method.

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PCR, STIs and infections

HPV, chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, SARS-CoV-2 and serology, with specimen selection based on exposure and method.

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PCR, STIs and infections Processed at Askabide

High-risk HPV by PCR/NAAT

Detects DNA or other genetic material from high-risk human papillomavirus types in a cervical or vaginal sample.

Clinician-collected cervical sample or vaginal sample, only when accepted by the assay in use.
The analytical phase can be completed rapidly; the report is released after controls, validation and according to batch scheduling.
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PCR, STIs and infections Processed at Askabide

Chlamydia and gonorrhoea by PCR/NAAT

Detects genetic material from Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae at the sampled anatomical site.

First-catch urine, vaginal/cervical/urethral swab and, only when assay-validated, rectal or pharyngeal swab.
Usually the same day or next working day when sample and controls are valid.
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PCR, STIs and infections Combined pathway

HIV: combined test and PCR/NAT

The strategy depends on time since exposure: an antigen/antibody test for screening and PCR/NAT for specific indications or very recent exposure.

Venous blood; tube type depends on the assay.
Screening can be rapid; reactive or indeterminate results and some molecular studies require confirmation and take longer.
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PCR, STIs and infections Processed at Askabide

SARS-CoV-2 by PCR/NAAT

Detects SARS-CoV-2 genetic material in a respiratory sample compatible with the assay used.

Nasal or nasopharyngeal swab, or another specimen expressly validated for the assay.
Rapid result when processed on site and controls pass; exact timing depends on receipt time and analytical workflow.
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PCR, STIs and infections Combined pathway

Sexually transmitted infection serology

Tests antigens or antibodies for infections such as syphilis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV, according to the requested profile.

Venous blood.
Some tests can be reported rapidly; reactive or equivocal findings require confirmation and more time.
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Sexual health and STIs

If your question follows unprotected sex, symptoms or uncertainty about the right specimen, use the sexual-health guide before choosing a test.

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Laboratory technology

Equipment, in-house methods and specialist external referrals.

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How it works

From preparation and specimen collection to the final report.

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Quality and validation

Control, traceability, review and responsible interpretation.

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Three Askabide centres

Addresses, telephone numbers and contact details for Donostia, Gasteiz and Bilbo.

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This website provides general information about clinical laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. It does not replace an individual clinical assessment or the interpretation of the report issued by the laboratory.
Published reference values are indicative and may vary according to the method, equipment, units and individual characteristics.