ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Streptococcus Group B by PCR : 0060705

Mnemonic: GBS PCR

Methodology: Qualitative Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: Rectal or vaginal swab.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer swab to Liquid Stuart media (ARUP supply: #43875). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787.

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Remarks: Specimen source required.

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens in any transport media other than indicated above.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 6 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Interval:
Not Detected
Interpretive Data: For antibiotic sensitivity testing, contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787 and request Antimicrobial Susceptibility - Not Otherwise Specified (ARUP test code 0060200). Susceptibility testing must be ordered within 30 days of specimen collection.
CPT Code(s): 87653
Cross References: Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus (Streptococcus Group B by PCR)