Test Name
Neisseria Gonorrhea Culture
Alternate DescriptionScreen for N. Gonorrhea, GC Culture
Availability24 hours a day, seven days a week
Lab Section
Microbiology
Test Includes
Gram smear included on male sources, only.
Critical ValueIsolation of N. Gonorrhea
Summary Test NameNeisseria Gonorrhea Culture
Container MicrobiologyCervix, Endocervix, Vagina, Penile Drainage, Urethra, Rectum, Throat collected with swab culture collection/transport system
Specimen Preparation OutreachKeep at room temperature until courier pickup
Specimen Stability1 hour at room temperature
Specimen TransportRoom Temperature
Specimen Preparation In HouseDeliver to lab immediately after collection
Test Turnaround Time Routines And StatsNegative at 3 days, Preliminary reports issued daily.
Reference ValueNo N. Gonorrhea isolated
Test ResultsNo Neisseria Gonorrhea isolated or quantity of Neisseria Gonorrhea
Additional Test InformationDo not refrigerate