Test Code GC Neisseria gonorrhoeae Culture, Varies
Useful For
Diagnosing gonorrhea in children younger than 16 years, in cases of suspected child abuse, and for specimen types not validated for testing with a nucleic acid amplification method
Growth of Neisseria gonorrhoeae for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (when required)
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
ISAE | Aerobe Ident by Sequencing | No, (Bill Only) | No |
RMALD | Ident by MALDI-TOF mass spec | No, (Bill Only) | No |
Testing Algorithm
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
Conventional Culture
Reporting Name
Neisseria gonorrhoeae CultureSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Varies |
Reject Due To
Dry swab | Reject |
Reference Values
No growth of Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Performing Laboratory
MCHS- MankatoTest Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
87081-Culture
87153-Aerobe ident by sequencing (if appropriate)
87077-Identification commercial kit (if appropriate)
87077-Ident by MALDI-TOF mass spec (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
GC | Neisseria gonorrhoeae Culture | 698-1 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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GC | Neisseria gonorrhoeae Culture | 698-1 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday