Seroconversion in syphilis screening without positive confirmatory tests points at early infection
Conclusion
The majority of unconfirmed CLIA seroconversions represented early syphilis infections. Therefore, additional T. pallidum PCR, a follow-up consultation or early treatment is recommended.
Source: Sexually Transmitted Infections - Category: Sexual Medicine Authors: Nieuwenburg, S. A., Jongen, V. W., Schim van der Loeff, M., de Vries, H., van Dam, A. Tags: Original research Source Type: research