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| Investigation | Gonorrhoea | | Indications | Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI). It can be painful and can cause serious health problems such as infertility in both men and women.
Gonorrhoea is caused by a bacteria called Neisseria gonorrhoeae which is found mainly in the semen and vaginal fluids of men and women who have the infection.
Gonorrhoea is easily passed from one person to another through sexual contact. Anyone who is sexually active can get it and pass it on. You don’t need to have lots of sexual partners. | | Specimen Type | Penile Swab, High Vaginal Swab, Endocervial Swab | | Request Form | Microbiology | | Storage Temp / Special conditions | 2-5 oC | | Related tests | None | | HOW TO guides | None | | Information leaflets | None | | Publications | None | | Guidelines | None |
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