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THROAT STREP SCREEN CULTURE
Test CodeTHSS
CPT Codes
87081
Preferred Specimen
SPECIMEN
Transport Container
SWAB
Transport Temperature
RT- 48 HRS
Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:
Report Available:
Reference Range
THROAT STREP SCREEN, CULTURE |
Clinical Significance
A throat culture is a test to find a bacterial or fungal infection in the throat. Group A streptococcus: This bacteria can cause strep throat, scarlet fever, and rheumatic fever. If strep throat is likely, a test called a rapid strep test (or quick strep) may be done before a throat culture.
Performing Laboratory
LMH - Microbiology x3758 or 3759