Can NITROFURATOIN cause false negative CHLAMYDIA PCR test?

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hi good a female friend was tested first void urine for chlamydia PCR while nitrofurantoin (macrobid) can this cause a false negative chlamydia test?

Submitted: 4 Days
Category: Internal Medicine Specialist

Expert:  Dr. Jaydeep Tripathy replied 4 Days.

Hello,
Thank you for your medical query at DoctorSpring.com
I understand your concern.
It depends on how long she has been on Nitrofurantoin.
Can you kindly mention the duration? Based on that, I can guide you further.
Hope this was helpful,
Regards.

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