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Culture, Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC)

Message
Microbiology


Test Code
LAB5210264


Alias/See Also
Culture Gonorrhoeae Screen, G.C. Screen, Neisseria gonorrhoeae screen, GC


CPT Codes
87081

Preferred Specimen
Sterile swab


Minimum Volume
1 swab


Instructions
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is the only organism screened for and identified if present.
 


Transport Container
Swab in Liquid Amies medium (E Swab) or rayon tipped double swabs


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Transport to Lab within 4 hours


Methodology
Culture

FDA Status
Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Preliminary Report: 24 hours
Final Report: Cultures are held 5 days


Reference Range
No Neisseria gonorrhoeae isolated.


Performing Laboratory
Hoag Newport/ Hoag Irvine



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