Gonorrhoea Screen

Test Code
LAB1382


Alias/See Also
Neisseria Screen, CXGON


CPT Codes
87081

Includes
Culture and identification of N. gonhorrea; Gram stain


Preferred Specimen
E-swab


Instructions
 Specimen must be labeled with patient's first and last name, birth date, source, and date and time collected.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temp


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Fixed Slide; Refrigerated specimen; failure to follow proper handling procedures


Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
1 Hour


Performing Laboratory
CH CHOMP HOSPITAL LAB (831-625-4811): CH MICROBIOLOGY



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.