This document translates screening guidance and clinical considerations from the USPSTF and CDC into a decision tree format to guide implementation. Syphilis unlikely

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 …

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 …

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. …

An initial workup for syphilis includes either a nontreponemal screening assay followed by a confirmatory treponemal test (traditional sequence), or an automated treponemal test followed …

Prompt and accurate diagnosis of syphilis is important because successful treatment eradicates the bacteria and can resolve many symptoms of the disease. This Clinical Focus provides an …

Overall, the decision to use the traditional or reverse syphilis algorithm should be based on patient population, test costs, volume, and workflow. Clinicians should correlate the patient’s …

Check with your laboratory provider. When ordering an RPR=rapid plasma reagin (non-treponemal) and results are positive, order a REFLEX treponemal test such as TP …

Sep 27, 2022 · Screening for syphilis is typically performed with blood testing to detect antibodies indicating possible infection with syphilis. If the first test is positive, a second blood test is …

Mar 6, 2020 · Interpreting syphilis screening tests can be a challenge for health care providers. Clinical laboratories primarily use the reverse algorithm to screen for syphilis; however, the …