Microbiology Laboratory

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

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Group B Streptococcus Screen

  • Synonyms: Streptococcus agalactiae
  • LIS Mnemonic: GBSS

    Collect

    Genital, rectal, perianal, perineal

    Volume Required

    Double swab culture device set

    Minimum Required

    1 swab

    Transport

    Send to laboratory immediately at room temperature

    Stability

    Up to 24 hours after collection

    Unacceptable conditions

    Refrigerated specimens

Days Performed

7 days/week

Reported

soonest positive = 6 hours; soonest negative = 48 hours

CPT

87071

Methodology

Biochemical and culture backup for negative specimens

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