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Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®) : 0060244

Mnemonic: GCAMD

Methodology:	Target Amplified Nucleic Acid Probe
Performed:	Sun-Sat
Reported:	1-2 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: Urine, female endocervical or vaginal swabs, or male urethral swabs. Collected in APTIMA® Combo 2 Assay transport media. ARUP Supply Order numbers: swabs #28907; urine #28908. Transport: Swabs or urine submitted in APTIMA® Combo 2 Assay transport media at 2-8°C. (Min: 2 mL urine) Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens (swabs or urine) not in APTIMA® transport media. Specimens without a swab in transport media. Large white swab is for preparatory cleaning of the endocervix and is unacceptable for testing. Conjunctival swabs. Stability: In transport media: Ambient: 1 month; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 3 months

Reference Interval: Negative
Interpretive Data:	This test is a multiplex assay for detection of both Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Please submit order for Chlamydia trachomatis by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®) (0060243) to ARUP if result for Chlamydia trachomatis is needed. Positive results are confirmed using an alternative nucleic acid target in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control Guideline: "Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae 2002 Screening Guidelines." Culture may be required in certain clinical contexts for diagnosing Neisseria gonorrhoeae infections to meet applicable laws and regulations.
Note:	Culture is recommended for Neisseria gonorrhoeae detection in cases of suspected sexual abuse or suspected failure of therapy. Specimens must be collected and transported in the manufacturer's test specific kits.
CPT Code(s):	87591

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