GC Culture
Alternate Names
Gonorrhea, Gonococcus
SoftLab Order Code
CXGON
Epic Order Name
GONOCOCCUS CULTURE
Epic Order ID
LAB235
Tests Included
Culture
Gram stain is not included with GC culture and should be requested separately if needed.
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Throat, oral, rectal or genital specimens. <p>If the request is for eyes, please see eye culture</p>
Collection Container
E- Swab
Collecting Volume
One swab per source
Storage or Stability
Ambient - E-Swabs should be sent to the lab within 2 hours of collection. If there is a delay in transport, specimens may be stored at room temp. or refrigerated for 24 hours.
Causes for Rejection
Collection on a wooden shaft swab
Instructions
TAT
Preliminary culture result : in 24hr.<p>Final culture result : Negative result in 72 hours , Positive result may take 72 hours or more.</p>
CPT Codes
87081