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Culture, Group B Streptococcus

Test Code
STRPB


Preferred Specimen
Swab


Instructions
Swab of the lower vagina or other mucous membranes and/or rectum. STATE SOURCE.


Transport Container
Transport swab


Transport Temperature
Room temp. up to 12 hours, refrigerated up to 36 hours


Reference Range
Negative for Group B Strep.


Clinical Significance
Used to detect carriers of Group B Streptococcus in pregnant women at 35-37 weeks gestation.




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.