| Group B Streptococcus by PCR (8000100188) | |
|---|---|
| Test Mnemonic: | C GB |
| Specimen Requirements: | |
| Collection: | Collect swab of a specimen from vaginal introtius and anorectum. Cervical swabs are not recommended. |
| Container: | Amies or Stuart Culturette |
| Minimum Volume: | One Swab |
| Storage/Transport: | Room temperature; refrigerate if transport is delayed. |
| Stability: | Room temperature up to 48 hours. Refrigerate (2-8°C) up to 6 days. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improper collection, swabs received more than 72 hours after collection, unlabeled specimen container or labeled incorrectly, no date and time of collection on the requisition form. |
| Reference Range: | Negative |
| Turnaround Time: | Batch testing is performed daily. Swabs are placed in a broth and must incubate overnight before test is performed. |
| Methodology: | Real-time PCR |
| Performed: | Clinical Microbiology |
| Synonyms: | pre-natal screen for Group B Streptococcus, GBS screen |
| Clinical Indication: | Screening test for the presence of Group B Streptococcus (Streptococcus agalactiae) in pregnant women prior to delivery. |
| Patient Preparation : | Vaginal, anal-rectal specimen |
| CPT 4 Code: | 87653 |
| Note: | Please note if patient is allergic to Penicillin on the request form. If stated and the test is positive, additional antibiotic susceptibility tests will be performed. |
| When ordering tests for which Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement will be sought, physicians should only order tests that are medically necessary for the diagnosis or treatment of the patient. Components of the organ or disease panels may be ordered individually. The diagnostic information must substantiate all tests ordered and must be in the form of an ICD-10 code or its verbal equivalent. | |