GROUP A BETA STREP BY PCR (THROAT)
| Synonyms: | Beta Strep Screen, BST, GRP A; LAB91005 |
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| Specimen Collection: | Sterile swab. |
| Minimum Volume: | N/A |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Preferred transport at 2-8 C. Acceptable transport at room temperature within 24 hours. |
| Reference Values: | Negative PCR for Group A Beta hemolytic Streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes) DNA. testmethodolcoding17.pdf |
| Lab Code: | Molecular Diagnostics |
| Requisition: | MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | 8 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | 2 hrs |
| CPT Code(s): | 87651 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |