GC culture
Sample Reqs
LAS
Turnaround
5 days
Special instructions
Pink liquid Amies swabs (LAS) are preferred as they provide higher-quality results than gel Amies swabs.
Swabs should be sent immediately to the laboratory for culture to maximise the chance of recovery of GC.
Sample type guide
LAS
Liquid Amies swab for culture and/or PCR
Additional information
- How to order a test
- Microbiology Specimens
- Microbiology Request procedures
- Microbiology Specialties
- Specimen transport
- Sample rejection criteria
- Request Forms
Last-updated: 26/01/26