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HelpTest Code LAB10859 Group B Streptococcus Amplified
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
Reference Lab Test Number
0060705
Collection Requirements
Vaginal and/or rectal swab.
Testing only appropriate for pregnant females.
Primary Collection Container
Gel Bottom Swab
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability
Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 2 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
Real Time – Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Performed
Testing: Sunday – Saturday
Reported
Routine and Stat Testing: Daily (within 24-48 hours)
CPT Codes
87150
Unacceptable Conditions
Frozen Specimen
Additional Information
Order LAB10861 Group B Strep Do-if when patient is allergic to Penicillin.
Positive result will reflex to susceptiblility testing.