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GC CULTURE

Message
Usually genital cultures are obtained but other sites are also acceptable if clinically indicated


Test Code
GC


CPT Codes
87070

Preferred Specimen
Genital


Minimum Volume
N/A


Other Acceptable Specimens
ocular, oral, rectal


Instructions
For female use speculum without lubricant and obtain secretions from mucosal membrane of the vaginal wall with sterile swab. For males insert a small swab 2-4 cm into urethral lumen.


Transport Container
E Swab

or Swab transport


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 48 hours samples collected with eSwab


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
when received


Report Available
72 hours


Limitations
DO NOT Refrigerate



Last Updated: November 28, 2023


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