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Strep Group A, Rapid Only (Group A Strep Rapid Only)

Message
No culture confirmation included.


Test Code
RSS


Preferred Specimen
0.1 mL Non- gel swab ONLY


Instructions
Testing Frequency: Daily, STAT within 1 hour


Transport Container
XNG Swab (Non-gel)


Transport Temperature
Room temperature or refrigerated


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


Methodology
Immunochromatographic membrane assay.



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.