6440

Test CODE NAME

6440
Group B Streptococcus

Methodology: Real Time by PCR
Performed: Mon-Sat
Reported: 1-2 days
Specimen Required:

Collect: Vaginal/Rectal Swab in Liquid Stuart's/Amies Medium. Indicate Specimen Source .

 

Specimen Preparation: Standard procedures for collecting samples.

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refigerate.

Stability: Room Temperature : 48 hours; Refrigerated: 7 days 

 

NOTE: * This test is available for All States.*

 

Performing Laboratory

Accu Reference Medical Laboratory

CPT Code(s): 87653