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HelpTest Code LAB10861 Group B Streptococcus Amplified - Do Susceptibility if Indicated
Department
MICROBIOLOGY
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
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed
Testing: Sunday – Saturday
Reported
Routine and Stat Testing: Daily (within 24-48 hours)
CPT Codes
87150
Additional Information
Order LAB10861 Group B Strep Do-if when patient is allergic to Penicillin. Positive result will reflex to susceptibility testing.