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How long does it take to get tested for gonorrhea?

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Dr. Carla Enriquez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Two to four days: A swab is taken from the urethra (the hole where your pee comes out), or other suspected area, and a culture/naat/dna probe is performed on the specimen. It takes about 48 hrs to get a result. If it's positive you need antibiotics to get better and so does your sexual partner.

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Answered 10/26/2018

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Depends: depends - but you should have an answer within 1 to 3 days

Answered 10/30/2018

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