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Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC) Culture (8000100944)
Test Mnemonic:

C GC

Specimen Requirements:
Collection:

Swab suspected site

Container:

E-Swab

Storage/Transport:

Room temperature preferred

Stability:

48 hours, preferred <= 24 hours for recovery of Neisseria species

Causes for Rejection:

Samples collected more than 48 hours prior to delivery to lab, unlabeled or labeled incorrectly. No date and time of collection on requisition form.

Specimen Preparation:

Transport to laboratory as soon as possible since this microorganism does not survive well without added nutrients.

Methodology:

 Culture

Performed:

Clinical Microbiology

Turnaround Time:

2-3 days

Reference Range:

No Neisseria gonorrhoeae isolated

CPT 4 Code:

87081, additional if indicated

Note:

These cultures are screened for the presence of GC, only.

A bacterial culture is recommended in cases of suspected sexual abuse, treatment failures, or from sources that are not approved for ProbeTec test (Refer to GC Amplified Assay).

Synonyms:

GC Culture; GC Screen, Gonorrhoaea

Patient Preparation :

Vaginal, cervical, urethral, urethra, urine, pharynx, rectal, synovial fluid, or eye samples

Clinical Indication:

When culture is needed to detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Effective Date: 05/02/2024
Reviewed By/Date: Williams-Bouyer, Natalie - 09/19/2018
Approved By/Date: Williams-Bouyer, Natalie - 05/02/2024
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