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Strep Reflex

Test Code
STRRF


Preferred Specimen
Tonsillar area and posterior pharynx


Instructions
Antigen screen for presence of Group A Strep will be performed first. If negative, a throat culture for Beta Hemolytic Strep will be typed and reported. Sensitivities will not be performed. Group A and B Streptococci remain susceptible to penicillin.


Transport Container
2 Culturette Swabs


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
48 hours at 2-8°C




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.