Gonorrhea is the most common sexually transmitted disease today. However, the symptoms of gonorrhea are often confused with other diseases, so the gonococcal staining test is very valuable in diagnosis. So how is the gonococcal staining test performed?

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a Gram-negative diplococcus. Infection can occur in the urethra, anus, cervix, throat, and eyes. In more serious cases, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream, causing symptoms of fever, skin lesions, and joint pain.