GROUP A BETA STREP BY PCR-(THROAT)
| Synonyms: | Beta Strep Screen, BST, GRP A |
| Computer Code: | (BSTAD) |
| Specimen Collection: | Culturette swab. |
| Minimum Volume: | N/A |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Transport at room temperature within 24 hours. |
| Reference Values: | Negative PCR for Group A Beta hemolytic Streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes) DNA. testmethodolcoding17.pdf |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| 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 |