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GROUP B STREP SCREEN (088-0008) Synonyms: Screen for Group B Strep; Culture, Group B Strep CPT 4 Code: 87081 Test Order Mnemonic: C GBS Applies To: Recovery of Group B Streptococcus from vaginal/anal samples during pregnancy. Lab: Bacteriology Request Form: Microbiology Collection: Collect swab of a specimen from vaginal introitus and anorectum. Cervical specimens are not recommended. Crush ampule on culturette after collection. Storage Instructions: Room temperature or refrigerate Causes for Rejection: Mislabeled samples, inappropriate collection. Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at the Microbiology Processing Laboratory, Room 5.137 McCullough. Turnaround Time: Preliminary report after 1 day, final report after 2-3 days. Specimen: Vaginal, anal-rectal Container: Culturette Revised/reviewed 07/25/2008 by T. Friloux |
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