GUM GC culture

Pathology category

Microbiology

Code

GUM

Referral code

Request form

Please clearly state the site of which the swab was taken. These sites can include: Cervical, HVS, LVS, Rectal, Throat, Urethral or Vault. A cervical swab is the preferred genital swab for female samples. Multiple sites may be swabbed for testing.

Test information

This is a test requested by the GUM clinics for GC only on a variety of swab types. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Please ensure the swab is fully rotated to ensure the tip is covered in matter. If there is a delay in sending the swabs to the laboratory, please refrigerate.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Sigma transport swab

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

2 days

TAT Inpatient

TAT GP/Outpatient

Referral lab