| Methodology: |
Immunoassay with Direct Observation/Culture
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Sun-Sat
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| Reported: |
Within 24 hours for rapid assay; 48 hours later for culture
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| Specimen Required: |
Collect: Two throat swabs, using a Rayon or Dacron® swab with a plastic shaft.
Transport: Two throat swabs, either dry or in a liquid transport system containing Modified Stuart's Medium (e.g., culturette or culturette II) at 20-25°C.
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Pediatric Collection/Transport:
Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.
Unacceptable Conditions: Calcium alginate swabs and swabs with a wooden shaft. Frozen specimens.
Stability: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable
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