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CULTURE, NEISSERIA GONORRHOEAE

Message
Note: Molecular (PCR) testing is the preferred test for genital, throat, and rectal specimens. This order is for a Neisseria culture. If culture is desired, please collect specimen with a ESwab


Test Code
LAB235 CXGC


Alias/See Also
CXGC


CPT Codes
87081

Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): ESwab with Liquid Amies Medium must be received within 24hrs of collection Minimum Testing Volume: 0.5 mLTransport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: UnacceptableRefrigerated : 24 hoursFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Improperly labeled specimens, insufficient volume, specimens submitted in inappropriate transport container s, dried specimens or swabs received, specimens submitted in formalin or in expired transport devices.


Report Available
7-Days| 3-Days


Clinical Significance
1230120067



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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.