Screening for Chlamydia trachomatis Infection Using Direct Fluorescein Antibody Method in Female Sex Workers Registered in Ankara, Turkey: Pros and Cons
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Materials and Methods: All registered FSWs (n = 152) in Ankara were enrolled in the study. None of them were showing any genital signs or symptoms of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Endocervical swabs were collected and examined for C. trachomatis by DFA method (Fluorotect Chlamydia, Omega Diagnostics, UK). Cellular adequacy of the specimens was examined for the presence of at least five columnar epithelial cells per X400 field. A positive diagnosis was made when fixed and stained specimens showed at least 10 chlamydial bodies under the fluorescein microscope. A positive control slide was also stained and examined on each study day.
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