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Back CULTURE, GROUP A STREP | |
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| Test Code: 294 | Specimen Collection: Swab |
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| Collection Notes: Obtain specimen by using a sterile culturette collection swab. Rub the swab over the tonsillar area and/or posterior pharynx taking care to avoid the tongue and uvula. Use Bactiswab and follow the instructions on the package. | |
| Clinical Utility: This culture serves to detect streptococcal group A pathogens. | |
| CPT Code: | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Bactiswab Ambient 48 Hours | |