Gonorrhea
Also known as: GC test
Formal name: Neisseria gonorrhoeae culture, Neisseria gonorrhoeae gram stain, Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA probe, Neisseria gonorrhoeae by Amplified Detection
Related tests: Chlamydia
At a Glance
Why Get Tested?
To screen for or diagnose an infection with Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which causes the sexually transmitted disease gonorrhea
When to Get Tested?
If you are sexually active, pregnant, have one or more risk factors for developing gonorrhea, or have symptoms such as increased vaginal discharge, bleeding associated with vaginal intercourse, or burning/painful urination (for women) or a pus-like discharge from the penis or a burning sensation during urination (for men)
Sample Required?
A swab of secretion or discharge from the infected area or a urine sample
Test Preparation Needed?
None
