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HelpTest Code STREP Rapid Strep Screen
Methodology
Fluorescent Immunoassay (FIA)
Specimen Requirements
Two Dacron® or rayon swabs placed in sterile Culturette® tube. Transport ambient only.
Note: Specimen source is required.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
Negative
Critical value: Positive
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87880
87081- Throat Culture (if appropriate)
Performing Laboratory
Beebe Healthcare Laboratory
Performing Location
Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory
South Coastal Campus Laboratory
Additional Information
If Rapid Strep Screen is negative, a culture will automatically be performed.