| Ordering Code | 4337 |
|---|---|
| Test Name | N.gonorrhoeae PCR,SurePath/ThinPrep |
| Alias | GC, PCR Neisseria gonorrhoeae PCR Liquid Based NG Nucleic Acid Amplification |
| Preferred Specimen | Endocervical Brushing |
| Preferred Container | SurePath or ThinPrep Vial |
| Optimum Volume | 3 mL |
| Collection Instructions | Use only the cervical broom supplied with the SurePath Kit Insert broom into the cervical os using firm but gentle pressure so that the bristles are splayed out against the ectocervix. After insertion, rotate the broom 5 times in a clockwise fashion. Detach and place broom into the SurePath vial. Close the vial securely. |
| Transport Requirements | Oahu: Ambient Airline: Ambient |
| Specimen Stability | Ambient: 1 Month Refrigerated: 2 Months |
| Rejection Criteria | Specimen older than stability limits, No brush in vial or clear liquid, Aluminum brush used, Specimen from children <14 years of age |
| Avail. Stat | NO |
| Analytic Time | Up to 3 Days |
| Methodology | Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) |
Reference range(s)
The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of November 21, 2024.
| Component | Age | Male Norm | Male Critical Low | Male Critical High | Female Norm | Female Critical High | Female Critical Low | Units | Add'l info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen Type | ALL | See report. | |||||||
| Neisseria gonorrhoeae, PCR | ALL | NEGATIVE | NEGATIVE |