ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Streptococcus (Group A) Rapid with Reflex to Culture : 0028903

Mnemonic: STREP SCN

Methodology: Immunoassay/Culture
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours for rapid assay; 48 hours later for culture
Specimen Required: Collect: Throat swabs using a Rayon or Dacron® swab with a plastic shaft.

Specimen Preparation: Transport two throat swabs, either dry or in a liquid transport system containing Modified Stuart's Medium (e.g., culturette or culturette II).

Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.

Unacceptable Conditions: Calcium alginate swabs or swabs with a wooden shaft. Frozen specimens.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 24 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable

Reference Interval:
 
Components Reference Interval
Streptococcus  (Group A) Rapid Negative
Streptococcus (Group A) Culture Negative

Note: If the Streptococcus (Group A) Rapid test is negative, then a culture will be added for confirmation. Additional charges apply.
CPT Code(s): 87880; if reflexed, add 87081
Cross References: Rapid Streptococcus Group A Panel (Streptococcus (Group A) Rapid with Reflex to Culture)