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Group B Streptococcus


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Test Name
Group B Streptococcus
Alternate Names
streptococcus agalactiae, GBS
Description
Detection of Group B Streptococcus by realtime PCR.
Test Code
955
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen
Vaginal and/or anorectal swab specimens in bacterial transport media such as Amies, Stuart’s, or Modified Stuart’s
Supplies for Submission
Culture Swab (1)
Specimen Collection
Refer to instructions in Collection of Swab Specimens for Group B Strep.
Storage Requirements
Room Temperature.
Specimens are stable if stored at room temperature for 72 hours.
Causes for Rejections
Click here for Specimen Rejection Criteria.
GENERAL AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Turn Around Time
1-2 days
Methodology
Real time PCR
Limitations
Test results may be affected by improper/inadequate specimen collection or expired transport media.
CPT Code
87653