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HelpCatalog ID Cul GC Neisseria gonorrheae Culture Screen
CPOE Test Name
GC Culture
Synonyms
Culture GC; GC Culture; Culture for Gonococcus
Specimen Type
Cervix, endocervix, urethra, rectal, or pharyngeal swab.
Specimen Requirements
E-swab
Storage and Transport
Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within one hour.
Causes for Rejection
Improper collection device; delay in transport; improper labeling; improper specimen
Reference Range
No Neisseria species isolated.
Test Consists
Culture for Neisseria species only, no Gram stain performed. For blood cultures, see Blood Culture Routine.
Turn Around Time
Final negative report in 48 hours.
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Methodology
Culture on selective and non-selective media.
CPT / HCPCS Code
87081