Gonorrhea - What is it?
On this test you will receive a urine container or vaginal swab at home. You will send it back in a pre-paid envelope via the medical post. So you do not have to go to a test location!
Gonorrhea is an STD that often occurs among young people It can be asymptomatic (without complaints) in women or cause unpleasant complaints such as increased vaginal discharge or irregular periods. In men it can cause inflammation (burning feeling when urinating or secretion, dripping). It is therefore important to unprotected sexual contact, have yourself tested with a gonorrhea STD test.
This is done via a urine test and not a blood test. You will receive a urine container by post or you can pick it up at our office location in Utrecht. You then hand this in at a testing location near you.
If the gonorrhea STD test is positive, you can undergo treatment. This is an antibiotic treatment. So you don't have to go to the doctor again to tell them that you have an STD.
Symptoms for men: in 10% of cases without complaints, with complaints pain when urinating, burning sensation. In addition, the 'drip' is a well-known phenomenon a few days after infection. You will have a yellow-green pus-like discharge. This can be minor, but also severe.
Symptoms in women: 30-60% have no complaints. Complaints are often an increased amount of vaginal discharge. Intermittent blood loss, pain and burning during urination also occur. The most dangerous complication is pelvic inflammatory disease PID. This is a collective name for pelvic infections that ultimately result in infertility.
What do we determine?
Gonorrhea bacteria
Gonorrhea from a bacterium that can be detected with PCR. For men you need urine and for women you take a vaginal swab. As a man, you must therefore submit urine for this gonorrhea STD test at Labplusarts. You can bring your urine to the sampling location in a urine container that will be sent to you by post or collect it yourself at our location in Utrecht. If you are a woman, you will receive a vaginal swab with instructions. You can then hand this in whenever you want.Make sure that you have the gonorrhea STD test tested at least 14 days after unprotected contact. The test is not reliable for that period.
Fasting testing?
You do not need to be fasting. In almost all cases the determination can be known within 24-48 hours. As a man, you must collect the first stream of urine. The vaginal swab comes with instructions. You simply hand this in at a puncture location.
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How does it work?
Professional testing
Self-tests do not always provide reliable and consistent results. That's why Labplusarts chooses to have the tests professionally administered at a testing location. We have made this process as simple as possible for you.
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Find the test that suits you
Information on various health topics and a clear overview of our extensive test offerings. Through the website, you can easily determine which test may be relevant for you. Do you need assistance in making a choice or would you like to customize your own package? Feel free to contact us.
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Choose a testing location
We conduct tests at 350+ locations across the Netherlands, ensuring there is always a location near you. During the ordering process, you can easily select your preferred testing location, and after payment, you can schedule an appointment. Choose where and when it suits you.
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Get tested
During your appointment, one of our medical professionals will collect your sample. Subsequently, your sample will be examined in the laboratory.
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Truly reliable results with understandable explanations
Because your sample is taken professionally, the results are consistent. Your test results are evaluated by one of our own doctors and accompanied by thorough advice. We believe it's important that you understand what the results mean for you. We ensure this by providing explanations about the test and the significance of your values.
There is always a location near you
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When to choose this STD test?
Choose the Gonorrhea STD test when:- You have had unprotected sexual contact in the past two weeks
- You have discharge on your genitals
- You have been warned by your partner that unprotected sexual contact
- If you have pain when urinating, pain during sex or blood loss during menstruation.
When to test?
In case of complaints described here, it is recommended to take the test at least 14 days after unprotected sexual contact. a urine container or a vaginal swab will be sent to your home. You can also pick this up at our office location in Utrecht.How accurate is the Gonorroe blood test?
The accuracy of the test for Gonorroe is conducted through ISO-certified laboratories. The accuracy of a test method is expressed in terms of specificity and sensitivity. However, the most important aspect is that the results are interpreted and accepted among general practitioners and hospitals. This is the case with our venous samples. Mutual acceptance may not always be present due to potentially reduced reliability with a capillary sample.
How long does it take to receive the results of a Gonorroe blood test?
Most tests generally take 24-48 hours. Tests that go through an LC-MS method generally take longer, think about an average of 3-7 working days. Additionally, it also depends on the location. Some locations do the analysis themselves and others outsource it to another lab.
How do I interpret the results of a Gonorroe blood test?
Interpreting the results of Gonorroe is not always easy and should be seen in the broader picture, along with anamnesis and physical examination. In the doctor's advice section, the query in which you can already outline your complaints is taken into account, otherwise, the results are interpreted in conjunction with the other results. If necessary, the doctor can call to ask about physical abnormalities. You don't have to interpret the results yourself because there is always advice and explanation from the doctor.
What should I do if my results from a Gonorroe blood test are abnormal?
If the results of the test for Gonorroe are clinically significantly abnormal, the doctor will contact you by phone. If you are not reachable, you will receive an email. This includes advice and an explanation of the abnormal results and what you can do about them. If you need a prescription or referral, we can help with that.
How much does a Gonorroe blood test cost? Is it covered by insurance?
The costs of Gonorroe can be found on the product page. Depending on your insurance and additional packages, you may be reimbursed for these costs for Gonorroe. For example, tests for IVF treatment are often reimbursed. After your order, you will receive an invoice that you can submit to your insurance.
How can I order a Gonorroe blood test?
The ordering process is easy. You can add a Gonorroe test or the tests you want to your shopping cart. In step two, you fill in your details and pay. Then you will receive an email confirmation and you can go to a collection location. After you have been there, you will receive the results of the Gonorroe test in your Portal.
Is my data safe when I get a Gonorroe blood test?
We are certified-ready according to the NEN 7510 and 7512 standards for secure data transfer in healthcare. The Portal is secured with two-factor authentication. Your data is also encrypted. We do not send the results of Gonorroe to third parties without permission, not even to your general practitioner without your consent.
Do I need to visit a clinic for a Gonorroe blood test, or can it be done remotely?
The blood test for Gonorroe must take place at one of the collection locations we provide. At certain locations, it is possible for a phlebotomist to come to you. You can indicate this during checkout. An appointment will then be made as soon as possible to come to your home.
How do I book an appointment for Gonorroe blood test?
You can easily make an appointment for Gonorroe blood test after your order in your Portal. You can visit almost daily in all major cities in the Netherlands. In smaller cities, you can visit on certain days. At certain locations, it is also possible to visit on weekends.
Is a doctor's interpretation included in a Gonorroe blood test?
An interpretation by a doctor or an explanation is included in the Gonorroe test. The explanation takes into account the query that you can specify in your Portal after ordering.
How does a Gonorroe blood test differ from over-the-counter tests?
For blood tests, we always use venous sampling. This is the gold standard for blood collection. Over-the-counter tests, such as a finger prick test, use the capillary route for blood collection. These do not always give the same results and the accuracy depends on how, where, and with which technique the collection is done. The advantage, of course, is that the test is easier and less painful to take.
What payment options are available for a Gonorroe blood test?
You can always pay with iDeal and credit card (VISA, Mastercard, and Amex). This also includes Apple Pay. The phlebotomists at the collection location cannot accept cash payments.
Are the results of a Gonorroe blood test shareable with my doctor?
The results of Labplusarts can be shared with your general practitioner at your request. However, you can also easily arrange this yourself by downloading the result in PDF format. Because we use comparable test methods as the general practitioner, the results are interchangeable and comparable so that comparisons can be made well.
