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Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®) : 0060244

Mnemonic: GCAMD

Methodology:	Qualitative Target Amplification Nucleic Acid Probe
Performed:	Sun-Sat
Reported:	1-2 days
Specimen Required:	Collect: Endocervical or vaginal swab, first catch urine, or male urethral swabs . Collect in APTIMA® Combo 2 Assay transport media (ARUP supply: Swabs #28907, Urine #28908). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. Refer to Sample Collection for the Diagnosis of STD under Specimen Handling at www.aruplab.com for specific specimen collection and transport instructions. Specimen Preparation: Transfer swab or urine to APTIMA® Combo 2 Assay transport media. (Min: 2 mL urine) Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Remarks: Specimen source is required. Unacceptable Conditions: Large white swab is for preparatory cleaning of the endocervix and is unacceptable for testing. Specimens in any transport media other than indicated above. Specimen in swab transport media without a swab. Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Unpreserved Urine: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable. APTIMA® Transport Media: Swab: Ambient: 2 months; Refrigerated: 2 months; Frozen: 12 months Urine: Ambient: 1 month; Refrigerated: 1 month; Frozen: 12 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
Cross References:	Gonococcus (Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection (APTIMA®))

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