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Gonorrhoea MCS (Swab)

Alternate Names
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Test Code
UROG
Testing Laboratory
Microbiology
Specimen Type

Swab

Container Type

Swab - Bacterial (white top)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

The greatest yield of positive findings is obtained when both smears and cultures are examined.  Detection of N. gonorrhoeae is reported to relevant health authorities if detected.  Vaginal swabs are not appropriate for this test.

Collection Instructions

Specimen can be:

MALES:  rectal swab, throat swab
FEMALES:  endocervical swab, rectal swab, throat swab

Separate swabs should be submitted from each site sampled, and a concurrent collection of a swab for PCR is recommended. 

Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Daily
Min Test Volume
None
Add On Test Suitability

This test can be added up to 3 days from collection.

Container ID
SWAB, CM
Laboratory Instructions
None
Accredited Test
Yes