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Test Code GPAAG Rapid Strep Screen, LAB885

Important Note

This test is only used for rapid strep testing on throat specimens collected at off-site clinics.  Not to be ordered at the St. Luke's Hospital location.  See GPAPCR.

DO NOT THROW AWAY THE ESWAB IN COPAN KIT. This swab is necessary for reflex PCR testing. 

Performing Laboratory

UnityPoint Health Physician office laboratories, Cedar Rapids and surrounding area.

Specimen Requirements

1.  Submit a CultureSwab of throat.

2.  Maintain sterility and forward promptly at ambient temperature.  Must be received in lab within 72 hours of collection.

Note: Indicate specimen source on specimen container and in computer.

Methodology

Antigen Detection by Color Immunochromatographic Dipstick Technology

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87430 - Screen

87651 and 87798 - Strep Group A PCR (if applicable)

Reference Ranges

Negative.

If negative, Strep Group A PCR will be performed automatically.

Day (s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Report Available

Within 20 minutes of receipt