7500

Test CODE NAME

7500

Group A Streptococcus by PCR

Methodology: Target Enriched Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed: Mon-Fri
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required:

Collect: Throat swab (ESwab - Liquid elution swab) .

Specimen Preparation:

 - Open the peel pouch
 - Remove the swab
 - Collect the patient sample using the swab. Avoid touching the swab applicator below the pink molded breakpoint.
 - Remove the screw cap from the tube and insert the swab all the way to the bottom of the tube.
 - Screw the cap on tightly to prevent leakage
 - Apply patient information on the tube label.

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated

Stability: Refrigerated: 7 days

NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * 

Performing Laboratory 
Accu Reference Medical Laboratory

CPT Code(s): 87651