The procedure for NAAT generally involves the following steps:
Sample Collection: A sample is collected from the patient, which could be a urine sample, cervical swab, or vaginal swab. Nucleic Acid Extraction: The genetic material is extracted from the sample. Amplification: The specific segment of the genetic material is amplified using techniques like PCR. Detection: The amplified product is detected and analyzed to determine the presence of the pathogen.
