Group A Streptococcus by PCR
Test Mnemonic
GASPCR
CPT Codes
- 87651 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
60489-2
Aliases
- GAS
- Group A Strep
- Strep Group A
- Strep throat
Performing Laboratory
n/a
Specimen Requirements
Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Swab | Throat | E Swab | Ambient |
Stability
Environmental Condition | Description |
---|---|
Ambient | Swabs must be tested within 48 hours from collection |
Refrigerated | Swabs must be tested within 6 days from collection |
Frozen | Swabs received frozen will be rejected. |
Days Performed
7 days a week
Turnaround Time
1 - 2 days
Methodology
Name | Description |
---|---|
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Any collection device other than e-swab will be rejected. Specimens outside of stability will be rejected.