Availability: Bilbao / Bilbo
Chlamydia and gonorrhoea Bilbao
This page provides the practical information needed to have this test at the Askabide centre in Bilbao. Molecular tests must use a sample from the exposed site. A negative genital sample does not rule out an untested throat or rectal infection.
Usual sampleFirst-catch urine, vaginal/cervical/urethral swab and, only when assay-validated, rectal or pharyngeal swab.
Initial preparationNo fasting required.
Indicative turnaroundUsually the same day or next working day when sample and controls are valid.
PathwayAt Askabide
Bilbao / Bilbo
What you should know
Molecular tests must use a sample from the exposed site. A negative genital sample does not rule out an untested throat or rectal infection.
Availability, sample type, preparation and turnaround time must be confirmed before attending.
Practical information for Bilbao
WhereEuskalduna kalea 10, 1.º A, 48008 Bilbao / Bilbo
AppointmentPhone or WhatsApp
ReportBy email after review and validation
General opening hoursL–V · 09:00–19:00
Before coming to the laboratory
- Appointments are arranged directly by phone or WhatsApp so that the test, preparation and availability can be confirmed.
- It depends on the test. Do not fast or stop medication unless a healthcare professional or the laboratory tells you to do so.
- Identification, the medical request if you have one, and any information requested by the centre.
- Ask first. The container, collection time and transport conditions depend on the test.