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Cerner Test Code
NG DNAAcceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Sterile Container or Liquid Pap
Specimen Draw Volume
1.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Use for molecular testing for Neisseria gonorrhea. Place in Cobas urine transport tube, filling between lines indicated on the collection tube.
Stability
Stability: Samples in Cobas media are stable for 90 days at Room Temperature or Refrigerated Urines in original containers are stable for 72 hours Refrigerated
Performed Test Frequency
Weekdays
CPT(s)
87591
Methodology
PCR/Nucleic acid Hybridization
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Molecular
Rejection Criteria
Other acceptable specimen types: Thin Prep pap, Cobas PCR Female Swab Sample Kit.