Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Rectal Swab, NAA
Also known as: Gonococcus, Amplicor® PCR, Gonococcus, Aptima® TMA, Gonococcus, ProbeTec™ SDA
Use
Detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Special Instructions
Submit one specimen per test requested. Specify the exact specimen source/origin (e.g., rectal). Indicate a specific test number on the test request form. The collection involves using a blue-shafted swab labeled 'unisex collection swab for endocervical and male urethral specimens.' It is important to follow the prescribed collection instructions to ensure accurate results. Avoid using swabs other than those provided by the Aptima kit.
Limitations
The test may not have adequate sensitivity for detecting Neisseria gonorrhoeae if the specimen collection procedure is not followed accurately. Bacterial swabs or specimens from inappropriate sites can lead to false-negative results. Swabs or transport tubes that are not part of the Gen-Probe® Aptima® kit may also lead to inaccurate results. Additionally, specimens older than 60 days or with discrepancies between the specimen label and test request form may be rejected.
Methodology
PCR-based
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 57458-2
- 80366-8
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Rectal Swab
Volume
One swab (rectal)
Minimum Volume
One swab (rectal)
Container
Gen-Probe® Aptima® swab specimen transport tube
Collection Instructions
Insert the blue-shafted swab, labeled “unisex collection swab for endocervical and male urethral specimens,” 2" to 4" into the rectum and rotate to sample the mucosal surfaces. Do not use the white-shafted swab; discard this swab. Remove the cap from the swab specimen transport tube and immediately place the specimen collection swab into the transport tube. Carefully break the swab shaft at the scoreline; use care to avoid splashing of the contents. Recap the swab specimen transport tube tightly.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature or refrigerate (2°C to 30°C).
Causes for Rejection
Inappropriate transport conditions; bacterial swabs; swabs from sites other than rectal; unlabeled specimens or those with a discrepancy between the specimen label and the test request form; Aptima swab transport tube with no swabs, two swabs or swab not supplied by GenProbe; Aptima swabs greater than 60 days from collection; any transport device other than an Aptima swab transport