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)
