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
SwabThroatE Swab Ambient 

Stability

Environmental Condition Description
AmbientSwabs must be tested within 48 hours from collection
RefrigeratedSwabs must be tested within 6 days from collection
FrozenSwabs 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.