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Group B Strep Screen, PCR

Additional Codes

LAB6067

Performing Laboratory

MBMC-Microbiology

Methodology

This test is a screening culture for group B Streptococcus only.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Rectal; vaginal
Container/Tube:  Eswab

Specimen Volume: 1 swab

Collection Instructions: Indicate specimen source.

Additional Information: Immediately deliver to laboratory.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
Stat: not applicable

Routine:  test perfomred once per day on day shift only

Reference Values

Negative for group B strep.

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87653