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THROAT CULTURE, BETA HEMOLYTIC STREPTOCOCCUS
Test CodeLAB236
Includes
Bacterial culture for non-Group A Streptococcal etiologies of pharyngitis (e.g. Groups C, F or G Streptococcus sp., Arcanobacterium sp., etc.). Gram stains are not performed from this specimen type. For Group A Streptococcus detection, LAB123750 (streptococcus pyogenese, PCR) is recommended.
Preferred Specimen
eSwab
Other Acceptable Specimens
Single or Dual-shaft Culture swab
Instructions
With a tongue blade, depress the tongue so the back of the throat is clearly visible. Insert the collection swab to the back of the throat and swab tonsillar areas, the posterior pharynx, and any areas of inflammation, ulceration, or exudation, taking care to avoid bucal or tongue mucosal contamination. A good gag reflex indicates a satisfactory specimen.
Specimens should be received in the laboratory within two hours of collection.
Specimens should be received in the laboratory within two hours of collection.
Transport Temperature
Ambient - 2 hrs at 20-25°C. If delayed transport to the laboratory, refrigerate (4-8°C) up to 48 hrs unless looking for N. gonorrohoea.
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 2 hours, If delayed transport to the laboratory, refrigerate (4-8°C) up to 48 hrs unless looking for N. gonorrohoea.
N. gonorhea – Amibent for 24 hrs at 20-25°C. (See LAB304868 – Throat Culture – GC),
N. gonorhea – Amibent for 24 hrs at 20-25°C. (See LAB304868 – Throat Culture – GC),
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Dry swabs will be rejected. Eswabs received after 48 hours will be rejected
Methodology
Culture
Setup Schedule
Sunday-Saturday
Performing Laboratory
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc.
Berkeley Medical Center
Braxton County Memorial Hospital
Camden Clark Medical Center
Jackson General Hospital
Reynolds Memorial Hospital
Summersville Regional Medical Center
St Joseph's Hospital
United Hospital Center
Wetzel County Hospital
