S. pyogenes PCR

Test Code
3040003468


Alias/See Also
1231900019


CPT Codes
87651

Includes
STREP A BY PCR


Preferred Specimen
Eswab of the throat


Instructions
All specimens are brought to the lab immediately after collection.


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Eswab
Room Temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Every other specimens
Room Temperature: 4 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours


Methodology
Cepheid GeneXpert Method

Reference Range
Negative


Performing Laboratory
ARKADELPHIA LABORATORY CONWAY LABORATORY FORT SMITH LABORATORY HEBER SPRINGS LABORATORY LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY NORTH LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY STUTTGART LABORATORY VAN BUREN LABORATORY MALVERN LABORATORY EL DORADO LABORATORY MAGNOLIA LABORATORY DREW COUNTY LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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.