Gonorrhea Test

Gonorrhea Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT)

Tell me about this test.

This urine test is based on amplification of the DNA that is present in Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Molecular testing for Neisseria gonorrhoeae is currently the standard and is widely used. The advantage of molecular tests is that they are generally more sensitive and specific than conventional culture (swabbing) and can therefore identify more positive specimens.

What kind of sample is required?

This Gonorrhea screening test (GC) is a urine test. All you have to do is pee in a cup at the Test Center. No blood draws, no undressing, no swabbing.

Any preparation?

Yes. Please do not urinate for at least 1 hour before going to the Test Center for accurate results.

What do I have to know about the results?

Gonorrhea test results are either positive or negative. A positive result means there is an active infection. Antibiotics can be prescribed by the physicians on call to treat and cure the infection.

A negative result means there is no evidence of infection at the time of the test. If you have a positive result, it's important to notify and treat any sexual partners who may have been exposed to the infection.