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Throat Cultures
           
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Depress tongue gently with tongue depressor.
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Extend sterile swab between the tonsillar pillars and behind the uvula. Avoid touching
the cheeks, tongue, uvula or lips.
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Sweep the swab back and forth across the posterior pharynx, tonsillar areas, and any
inflamed or ulcerated areas to obtain a sample.
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If a rapid Strep test is ordered, collect two throat samples.
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Use a viral transport media for viral cultures.
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