Gonorrhea Test

Results

Gonorrhea tests involve testing a sample of body fluid or urine to determine if gonorrhea bacteria (Neisseria gonorrhoeae) are present and may be the cause of an infection.

Gonorrhea test

Normal:	No gonorrhea antigens or DNA are found. If a culture is done, no gonorrhea bacteria grow in the culture. Additional testing for other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) may be needed to determine the cause of any symptoms.
Abnormal:	Gonorrhea antigens or DNA are found. If a culture is done, gonorrhea bacteria grow in the culture.

Go to previous section	Go to top of page	Go to next section
Author:	Douglas Dana Kathe Gallagher, MSW Merrill Hayden	Last Updated: June 21, 2007
Medical Review:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Deborah A. Penava, BA, MD, FRCSC, MPH - Obstetrics and Gynecology
© 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.