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Gonorrhea Test

Procedure Overview

This test checks for the presence of the bacteria that causes gonorrhea.

How Are These Numbers Calculated?

The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.

Cost Overview

National Average

$ 54

Florida State Average

33

Our prices are estimates based on an average and may not be your actual costs. Your costs may be higher or lower for a number of reasons, including insurance deductibles, how sick you are, or other factors.

Cost Breakdowns

Our estimated cost information is not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Your actual costs may be higher or lower than the estimate.

Gonorrhea Test

This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.

STEP 1
Gonorrhea Test

A test that checks for the presence of the bacteria that causes gonorrhea

NATIONAL

$ 54

State ()

NA

TOTAL

NATIONAL

$ 54

State ()

What to Expect

Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.

About this Procedure

Gonorrhea can be quickly detected by looked at a sample of discharge or tissue under the microscope. This is called a gram stain. This method is fast, but it is not the most certain.

  • Samples for a culture are most often taken from the cervix, vagina, urethra, anus, or throat.
  • Rarely they taken from joint fluid or blood
  • Cultures can often provide an early diagnosis within 24 hours. A confirmed diagnosis is available within 72 hours.

Cultures (cells that grow in a lab dish) provide proof of gonorrhea. DNA tests are useful for screening. DNA tests are quicker than cultures. These tests can be performed on urine samples, which are easier to collect than samples from the genital area.

How to Prepare

Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.

On the Day of the Procedure

What to Ask

To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.

Questions to Ask Your Provider

  • When will I get the results of this test?

Related Procedures

Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.

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