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Group B Strep PCR

Test Code
GRPBPCR - MM MMC


CPT Codes
87653, 87186 (if appropriate)

Preferred Specimen
Vaginal/Rectal collected with Copan Double Swab Collection Tube

 Microbiology Specimen Collection Guide


Instructions
  • Collect vaginal/rectal specimen with Copan Double Swab Collection Tube.
  • Label container with two patient identifiers (full name, DOB or MR), specimen source, and date and time of collection.
  • Indicate if patient is penicillin allergic.


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
Vaginal/Rectal Swab Refrigerate 24 hours


Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Report Available
24-48 hours


Reference Range
Negative: Presumed not colonized with Group B Streptococcus (GBS). GBS target DNA: not detected.


Performing Laboratory
McKee Medical Center - Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory



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.