Evaluation of the Siemens VERSANT® CT/GC DNA 1.0 Assay (kPCR) for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae

► We evaluated the VERSANT CT/GC DNA 1.0 (kPCR) assay. ► The assay detects Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. ► The assay was compared with BD Probetec and Roche Cobas Amplicor. ► Almost complete agreement was observed. ► The assay demonstrated to be an easy to use robust diagnostic platform. ► We suggest a few modifications to the manufacturer's instructions to intercept false positivity.