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CULTURE, STREP GROUP B (VAGINAL)
MessageIf throat source is needed, refer to Culture, Throat Strep A
Test Code
GBSC
CPT Codes
87081
Includes
Screen for presence of Group B Strep
Note: This culture does not include a gram stain
Preferred Specimen
eSwab Flocked Swab (used for general aerobic and anaerobic collections)
Other Acceptable Specimens
Dacron swab


Instructions
Vaginal or rectal sources
Transport Temperature
Room temperature or refrigerate
Specimen Stability
- 15-30C up to 48 hours
- 2-8C up to 48 hours
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Incorrect source
Methodology
Routine culture
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Report Available
Final report available within 2 days of set up.
Reference Range
Negative
Clinical Significance
This test is used to screen for Group B Beta Strep from vaginal or rectal sources on pregnant women prior to delivery.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)
Last Updated: December 16, 2024