In reviewing laboratory results in a patient being evaluated for possible sexual transmitted infection (STI), the nurse correlates the nucleic acid amplification test to the diagnosis of which STI?

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Nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) are highly sensitive tests used to diagnose various infections, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Among the options listed, NAATs are particularly used for the diagnosis of Chlamydia trachomatis infections, making Chlamydia the correct answer. These tests detect the genetic material (DNA or RNA) of the pathogen, providing a reliable method for identifying the presence of Chlamydia.

In Reviewing Laboratory Results in a Patient Being Evaluated for Possible