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| GROUP A STREP, |
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| Alternate Names: | Rapid Strep Screen |
| Test Includes: | Direct detection of Group A Streptococcus by color immunochromatographic technology. |
| Performed: | Daily, 24 Hours |
| Turnaround Time: | 30 minutes |
| Container / Specimen Requirements |
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| Container / Tube: | Swab collection system |
| Minimum Volume: | |
| Special Handling or Timing of Specimen: | Specimens must be delivered to the laboratory within 30 minutes of collection. |
| Preparation of Patient: | None |
| Expected Results: | Negative for Group A Strep |
| Causes for Specimen Rejection: | Improper labeling. Specimen not collected in sterile container. Specimen container must not be contaminated on the outside. Specimens not delivered to the laboratory within 30 minutes of collection. |
| Microbiology Specimen Rejection Policy: | Click here for policy |
| CareManager Test Group: CareManager Name/Alias: |
MLAB Group A Strep |
| Specimen Labeling: | Click here for policy |
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