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Test ID: CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY, STREPTCOCCUS B

Test Name:
CULTURE AND SENSITIVITY, STREPTCOCCUS B
Test Code:
C STRB
Specialised Test:
No - Clinical
Turnaround Time:
2-3 days
Test Schedule:
Daily
Test Type:
Single Test
Additional Test Note:
Universal prenatal screening for vaginal and rectal Group B streptococcal (GBS) colonization of all pregnant women at 35-37 weeks gestation is recommended.
Sample Requirement:

A vaginal swab AND a rectal swab.

Results may be compromised if only a vaginal swab is submitted.

Urine sample can be submitted if clinically desired.

Fasting Requirement:
NA
Microbiology
Parkway Laboratory Services
Last Update:
18/01/2024
Update:
Sample Requirement

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