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Catalog ID Cul GC Neisseria gonorrheae Culture Screen

CPOE Test Name

GC Culture

Epic EAP Test Code

LAB235

Synonyms

Culture GC; GC Culture; Culture for Gonococcus

Specimen Type

Cervix, endocervix, urethra, rectal, or pharyngeal swab.

Specimen Requirements

E-swab

Causes for Rejection

Improper collection device; delay in transport; improper labeling; improper specimen

Turn Around Time

Final negative report in 48 hours.

CPT / HCPCS Code

87081

Performing Lab

Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807

Storage and Transport

Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within one hour.

Reference Range

No Neisseria species isolated.

Methodology

Culture on selective and non-selective media.

Test Consists

Culture for Neisseria species only, no Gram stain performed. For blood cultures, see Blood Culture Routine.