Clinical Workflow Algorithm: screening Syphilis Screening This document translates screening guidance and clinical considerations from the USPSTF and CDC into a decision tree format to guide …

Feb 6, 2024 · This report details CDC’s new recommendations for syphilis testing, including laboratory-based tests, point-of-care (POC) tests, processing of samples, and reporting of test results to aid …

Follow rapid plasma reagin titers. Possible syphilis (early or latent) or previously treated syphilis. Historical and clinical evaluation required. Probable false-positive syphilis IgG antibody test. No …

TEST Traditional Testing Algorithm Presumptive syphilis diagnosis requires use of two serologic tests: A nontreponemal test (RPR or VDRL) AND A treponemal test (FTA-ABS, TPPA, EIA, or CIA) Clinically …

Aug 21, 2024 · Serologic testing algorithms — Serologic testing to diagnose syphilis should include the use of both nontreponemal and treponemal tests (algorithm 1 and algorithm 2 and algorithm 3).

A step-by-step flow chart designed to assist physicians in choosing the right test for Syphilis

The traditional algorithm starts with a non-treponemal test (RPR or VDRL) which, if reactive, is followed by a confirmatory treponemal test (TPPA). In interpreting serologies, it is helpful to know which …

Diagnosis of syphilis is made using both non-treponemal and treponemal serologic tests and should not be made on the basis of a single test result. Further, clinical history and symptoms must be taken …

This report provides new CDC recommendations for tests that can support a diagnosis of syphilis, including serologic testing and methods for the identification of the causative agent Treponema …

Mar 6, 2020 · Clinical laboratories primarily use the reverse algorithm to screen for syphilis; however, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend the traditional algorithm. Both algorithms …