Test Code MGBPCR Group B Streptococcus by automated real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect Group B Strep DNA
Additional Codes
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Epic EAP |
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LAB2812 Group B Strep PCR |
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Vaginal/rectal swab
Container/Tube: Copan e-Swab (white or green) or BD E-Swab (white or green) Transport System or Cepheid Collection System- Copan Double Red swab
Specimen Volume: NA
Stability
Ambient
Performing Laboratory
Unity Point-Sioux City-Microbiology
CPT
87653
Performance
Monday through Sunday