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10-03-2013
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The Gonochek-II test is used diagnostically to identify the pathogenic Neisseria species (N. gonorrhoeae and N. meningitidis) in samples, distinguishing them from commensal Neisseria and the closely related Moraxella catarrhalis. This site provides information relating to this biochemical test including the purpose, mechanism, interpretation, and step-by-step instruction on how to implement the Gonochek-II test. Students are also permitted to attempt the simulation of the Gonochek-II test with the simulation supplied on this site.