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Additional Codes
LAB1369
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Collection Method
Follow appropriate collection procedures
Container
White cap BD Eswab
Specimen Type
Throat Swab
Minimum Volume
1 White cap BD Eswab
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated (2°C to 8°C) | 6 days |
| Frozen(-20°C to -70°C) | Do not freeze swabs |
Reference or Target Ranges
Not detected
Reportable Units
Detected or Not Detected
Critical Value
No critical value
Reasons for Rejection
- Sources other than oropharyngeal (throat)
- Collection device other than Eswab
- Expired specimens or collecton kits
- Specimens that have been frozen
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Microbiology |
| Methodology/Method Description | Cepheid GeneXpert |
Reflex Testing
Any positive Strep A PCR result will reflex a strep A culture,
CPT Codes
87651
Last review/edit date
2025