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CULTURE GROUP B STREP
MessageDo not use for PCR testing.
Test Code
CXGRB
Alias/See Also
GBS Culture LAB1893 GROUP B STREP CULTURE 84276
Includes
Culture screen for Group B beta hemolytic streptococcus. Susceptibility testing performed upon request and if pen-allergic patient of child-bearing age.
Preferred Specimen
Vaginal/rectal swabs only.
Instructions
Using a single collection device, sample vaginal area first, then, the rectal area next.
Transport Container
Submit regular Eswab (white cap) or BD CultureSwab (red cap double swab).
Transport Temperature
Ambient
Specimen Stability
24 hours ambient.
Methodology
Enrichment culture.
Setup Schedule
Cultures accepted 24/7.
Report Available
Preliminary reports daily and when significant results detected. Final report after 3 days.
Limitations
Culture yield directly related to quality of specimen submitted.
Performed By
Piedmont Atlanta
