Chlamydia/Neisseria gonorrhoeae PCR urine

Pathology category

Microbiology - Virology

Code

CGU

Referral code

Request form

ICE request form

Test information

PCR test for the direct detection of Chlamydia trachomatis/ Neiserria gonorrhoeae to aid diagnosis in symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. Tests performed in a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory No. 8873.

Guidelines

Gonorrhoea – BASHH Guidelines

Pre-analytical

Please ensure the sample is transported to the laboratory as soon as possible. If delayed DO NOT refrigerate.

Reference range

Tube type

Tube type info

Cobas urine kit

Special requirements

Urine testing is recommended to be performed on first catch urine specimens. If collection kit is used ensure the top of the liquid level is between the two black lines on the Cobas PCR media tube label window.

Minimum volume

Tube prefilled

Assay frequency

Monday – Friday

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

36 - 72 hours

TAT Inpatient

36 - 72 hours

TAT GP/Outpatient

36 - 72 hours

Referral lab