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Test Code LAB465 Genital Culture 

Important Note

Gram stain is included with test, as applicable per source. 

Test Performed By

Cayuga Medical Center, Main Laboratory

Container Name

Sterile Swab

Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed

Monday through Sunday; Continuously

Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Collection Instructions

Culturette swab. Refrigeration is recommended.

 

Please refer to molecular testing if looking for Neisseria gonorrhoeae, as culture is not the preferred methodology.

 

Please note source of specimen.

Specimen Stability

Stability: 3 days

List Price

$156.00

Clinical and Interpretive

This assay is used in identifying the bacteria responsible for genital infections.