GONORRHEA
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Female Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea can be identified in women most rapidly when the organisms
are seen under the microscope in a sample from the cervix. Although
this method is the fastest, it is not the most certain.
Cultures provide absolute proof of infection. Neisseria gonorrhea
organisms may grow in any tissue of the body. They can be easily
cultured from most areas using standard culture techniques. In
suspected cases of gonorrhea, cultures should be taken from the
cervix, vagina, anus, urethra, or the throat (pharynx). Laboratories
can give a preliminary diagnosis often within 24 hours and a
confirmed diagnosis within 72 hours.
Male Gonorrhea
An
preliminary diagnosis of gonorrhea can be made at the time of
examination. A smear of urethral discharge may be taken, stained and
examined under the microscope. Neisseria gonorrhoeae organisms
appear within the cells present in the discharge.
Cultures provide absolute proof of infection. Neisseria gonorrhoeae
organisms may grow on any of the mucus membranes. Culture sites are
determined depending the person's gender, sexual preference and
sexual practices. Generally, cultures are obtain from the urethra,
anus or throat. Laboratories can give a preliminary diagnosis often
within 24 hours and a confirmed diagnosis within 72 hours. |
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