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Culture Strep Group A

Test Code
CXGRA


Preferred Specimen
Non-gel or gel swab


Instructions
Testing Frequency: Daily


Transport Container
XNG Swab (Non-gel)


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 48 hours at room temperature


Methodology
Aerobic culture for group A streptococcus only.



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.