Neisseria Gonorrhoeae DNA PCR

What does the Neisseria gonorrhoeae DNA PCR test detect?

 This PCR test identifies the presence of genetic material from Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium that causes gonorrhea—a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is a highly sensitive and specific method for detecting the infection in both men and women.


Who should get tested?

 Anyone experiencing symptoms like unusual genital discharge, painful urination, or pelvic pain—or those with a known exposure to gonorrhea—should consider this test. It's also used for screening in high-risk individuals or during routine STI evaluations.


How is the test performed?

 Depending on the clinical need, a urine sample or a swab from the cervix, urethra, throat, or rectum is collected. The sample is then tested in the lab for bacterial DNA.


What do the results indicate?

 A positive test confirms the presence of the infection, requiring antibiotic treatment. A negative result suggests that the bacterium is not present, though re-testing may be advised if recent exposure is suspected.


Is any special preparation required?

 Avoid urinating for at least one hour before providing a urine sample. No other specific preparation is required.