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Test Code GASM Group A Strep by DNA Amplification

Important Note

Order a Group A Strep by DNA Amplification in place of a throat culture following a negative Strep Screen for a quicker turn around time and a more sensitive and more specific result. 

 

Specimen Requirements

Red top swab of throat.  Swabs may be held up to 48 hours at room temperature prior to testing, refrigerated specimens may be held up to seven(7) days.

Performing Laboratory

Conway Regional Clinical Laboratory Services.

Reference Values

Normal = Negative

Methodology

DNA Amplification by LAMP technology by  illumigene.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday - Sunday (batched once daily on day shift)

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87651