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HelpTest ID NBLD0533 Group A Streptococcus by NAT
AKA
Rapid Strep, Strep, Group A Strep, GAS
Specimen Type/Requirements
White top (ESwab in 1 mL Liquid Aimes Medium) tube - Throat
ESwab GeneXpert Xpress Throat Swab Collection Instructions
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 48 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 6 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Analytical Time
Same day/30 minutes after set-up
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Sanford Laboratories Rapid City
CPT
87651
Interface Build Information
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 18919 | Strep Group A by Nucleic Acid Detection |