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Streptococcus A PCR

Test Code
Streptococcus A PCR


CPT Codes
87651

Preferred Specimen
Copan eSwab 480C (white or purple)


Minimum Volume
1 swab


Transport Container
eSwab container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 6 days
Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Incorrect swab submitted


Reference Range
Negative


Performing Laboratory
This test is performed at the following locations:
  1. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Laboratory



Last Updated: September 8, 2022


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.