Rectal swab (Neisseria gonorrhoeae culture)

About This Test

Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology

Requirement:

Rectal swabs taken via a proctoscope.

Turnaround Time:

2-5 days

Culture for Neisseria gonorrhoeae

Other Comments:

Collection container (including preservatives): Pink topped Copan e swab

Special instructions - Provide relevant clinical data and details of recent or current antimicrobial treatment

Specimen transport: Transport as soon as possible, if transport is delayed refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature.