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Test Code 4010103 Quick Strep (Beta Strep Screen)

Important Note

Specimens should be collected from the tonsils and/or back of throat with a double swab. Avoid teeth, gums, toung, and cheeks

Specimen Requirements

Copan Swabs only

Container

Copan culturette

Stability

Specimen should be tested as soon as possible after collection

Reject Due To

Improperly labeled sample

Analytical Time

Same day
Available stat

CPT Code

87880

Method

Fluorescent Immunoassay

Performing Laboratory

Springfield Hospital Laboratory