Methodology
PCR
Synonyms
CT; GC; CT/GC; CT/GC/TV
Specimen Type
Urine or Swab
Performing Lab
RCHSD Serology
Epic ID
LAB01471
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
24-72 Hours
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2 mL Urine or 1 Vaginal Swab
Container Type
BD Molecular Buffer (Urine or Swab)
Collection Instructions
First void urine or 1 hour since last passage specimens must be transferred from the collection cup to the BD Molecular Urine Sample Buffer Tube immediately after collection. Media can be obtained through supply chain.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Room Temp-OK/Refrigerate-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 21 Days; Refrigerated: 21 Days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Rejection Criteria
Mislabeled or leaking specimen
Test Volume Required
2 mL Urine or 1 Vaginal Swab
Minimum Test Volume
2 mL Urine or 1 Vaginal Swab
Processing Instructions
Deliver specimen to Micro. First void urine specimens must be transferred from the collection cup to the BD Molecular Urine Sample Buffer Tube immediately after collection.
Included Tests
Chalmydia trachomatis, Neiserria gonorrhoeae, and Trichomonas vaginalis.
CPT Codes
87491 (CT), 87591 (GC), 87661 (TV)
Revised
9/10/25
Initials
SA