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STREP A RAPID TEST 

Message
If the STSCR test is positive, do not order a ST24H- if a ST24H or a THRC was order, cancel them if the STSCR was positive. See the formulary for THRC and ST24H for further instructions on these two tests


Test Code
ESTRP


Alias/See Also
Cerner : Strep Screen Rapid 


Preferred Specimen
Throat swab in transport culturette system


Instructions
In most cases a ST24H culture order will be reflex-ordered automatically when the STSCR is reported as "Negative".


Transport Container
This is a rapid test and should be done STAT


Specimen Stability
Room Temp : 48 hrs 
Refrigerated : 3 days 




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.