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Test Code SBPCR BETA STREP GROUP B PCR

Important Note

Protect from freezing or excessive heat

Methodology

RT - PCR

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: Vaginal/Rectal Swab in LQ STUART Culturette

Specimen Volume:

Collection:

  1. Vaginal/Rectal swab in LQ STUART Culturette. Minimize contact with surrounding mucosa.
  2. Store and transport refrigerated.

Specimen Transport/Stability

Room Temperature - 24 hours

Refrigerated - 6 days

Frozen - Unacceptable

Specimen Rejection

  • Samples that have been frozen or exposed to excessive heat

Maximum Laboratory Time

24 to 48 hours

 

Reference Ranges

Source:

Beta Strep Group B PCR result

Day(s) Test Set Up

Daily

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87653

87081 (reflex)

Reference Laboratory

Logan Health Kalispell Laboratory