Overview
Gonorrhea testing may use urine or swab samples depending on the site of possible infection. Results should be interpreted with symptoms, exposure timing and the possibility of co-infection.
Key points
- Site-appropriate sample collection
- Co-infection consideration
- Treatment and partner follow-up
- Test-of-cure guidance where needed
When to seek care
- Discharge or burning urination
- Genital or rectal symptoms
- Partner diagnosis
- Recent unprotected contact