ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 0060705: Streptococcus Group B by PCR |
| Test Mnemonic: GBS PCR | |
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Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Sun-Sat Reported: Within 24 hours |
| Specimen Required: | |
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Collect: Genital or rectal swab.
Transport: Swab in bacterial transport media at 2-8°C. Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines. Pediatric Collection/Transport: Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines. Stability: Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen: Unacceptable |
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| Reference Interval: |
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Negative - Group B streptococcus DNA not detected by PCR. Positive - Group B streptococcus detected by PCR. |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 87653 |