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Test Code Group B Strep by PCR Group B Strep by PCR

Patient Preparation

No special patient preparation required

Collection Method

Follow appropriate collection procedures

Minimum Volume

Swab

Container

BBL CultureSwab

Acceptable Specimens

  • Cervix
  • Cervix/Perineum
  • Cervix/Rectum
  • Perineum
  • Perineum/Rectum
  • Rectum
  • Vagina
  • Vagina/Perineum
  • Vagina/Rectum

Reference or Target Ranges

Negative

Reportable Units

Positive/Negative

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection



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Hemolysis Threshold
 N/A
Icterus Threshold
 N/A
Lipemia Threshold
 N/A
Other
 QNS, contaminated, improperly labled, improper specimen type, more than 1 specimen per day

Specimen Stability



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Ambient
 48 hours
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C)
 N/A
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C)
 N/A

Performance Information



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Days and Time Performed
 Daily
Expected Turn Around Time 2 days
Stat Availabilty
 No
Performing Bench
 Microbiology
Methodology/Method Description
 Culture

CPT Codes

87653