Neisseria gonorrhoeae, NAA
Also known as: Gonococcus, PCR, Uriprobe®
Use
Detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Special Instructions
Patients should not have urinated for at least one hour prior to specimen collection to ensure adequate sampling for the test. The specimen should be collected and transported using the Gen-Probe® Aptima® collection kits or ThinPrep® liquid cytology vials. The collection must be done carefully to avoid contamination and ensure optimal results, following the detailed collection instructions provided.
Limitations
The test may fail to detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae if the specimen is mishandled or contaminated. Samples with incorrect identification or inappropriate transport conditions may lead to rejection. Specimens that are not collected using the specified methods (e.g., non-Gen-Probe® swabs) may not yield accurate results. Extremely diluted or inadequate volume specimens could reduce sensitivity. The test results should always be interpreted in conjunction with patient symptoms and history.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 43305-2
- 43305-2
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Vaginal Swab
Volume
One swab
Minimum Volume
One swab
Container
Gen-Probe® Aptima® swab
Collection Instructions
Collect vaginal fluid sample using the Gen-Probe® Aptima® vaginal swab kit by contacting the swab to the lower third of the vaginal wall and rotating the swab for 10 to 30 seconds to absorb fluid. Immediately place the swab into the transport tube and carefully break the swab shaft against the side of the tube. Tightly screw on the cap.
Patient Preparation
Patient should not have urinated for at least one hour prior to the specimen collection.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Specimen with incorrect patient identification; unlabeled specimen; inappropriate specimen transport conditions; specimen leaked in transit; specimen in expired transport or incorrect transport device.
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