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Culture, Group A Strep, Throat

Message
Microbiology


Test Code
LAB236


Alias/See Also
Throat culture, Culture - Throat


CPT Codes
87081

Preferred Specimen
Swab obtained from throat      


Minimum Volume
1 swab


Transport Container
Collect swab in Liquid Amies medium (E Swab) or rayon tipped double swabs


Transport Temperature
Submit within 4 hours at room temperature
Submit within 1 day if refrigerated


Methodology
Culture

FDA Status
Approved

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Preliminary Report: 24 hours
Final Report: 72 hours


Reference Range
No Beta-hemolytic Streptococcus isolated


Performing Laboratory
Hoag Newport/ Hoag Irvine



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