- GBSP
Group B Strep Screen by RT-PCR
Specimen:
Test Code
GBSP
Specimen Name
Group B Strep Screen by RT-PCR
Collect
Vaginal/rectal swab
Submit
Liquid Amies media (Eswab) OR Liquid Stuart media (Culturette swab). Submit Ambient (within 24 hours), or Refrigerated.
Special Handling
Collect a vaginal then rectal specimen with the same swab from pregnant individuals at 36-37 weeks of gestation
Rejection Criteria
Any specimen source other than vaginal/rectal.
Stability
AMBIENT: 24 hours, REFRIGERATED: 2 days
Methodology
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Performed
Monday - Friday
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
- 87653
Components
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Additional Information
Patient should avoid high concentrations of antifungal cream or contraceptive jelly, and should not douche prior to time of collection.
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Common Lab Definitions
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