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HelpTest Code SCSTPB Culture Strep Group B
Additional Codes
| St. Luke's | SCSTPB |
| Epic ID | LAB2182 |
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Vaginal/rectal, vaginal or cervical
Container/Tube: Aerobic culture swab
Specimen Volume: Swab
Additional Information: Indicate specimen source on specimen container and on request.
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Note:
Label transport tube with at least two patient identifiers.( Name, medical record number , and date of birth.) Transport the swab collection device and the requisition in a plastic transport bag at room temperature to the lab.
Swab is stable for 24 hours at room temperature or 6 days refrigerated.
Performing Laboratory
St. Luke's Hospital Cedar Rapids
Methodology
18-24 hour broth enrichment followed by molecular identification. MIC testing is performed if positive and patient is allergic to penicillin.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1-2 days
Reference Values
No group B streptococcus isolated
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87150
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient