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Test Details

Group B Strep Culture

General Info:

Description:

The Group B Strep Culture test is used to diagnose infections caused by Group B Streptococcus (GBS), represented explicitly by Streptococcus agalactiae. GBS is a common colonizer of the genital and gastrointestinal tracts, especially in pregnant women. Healthcare professionals employ this test to confirm the diagnosis of GBS infection and initiate appropriate antibiotic treatment.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Perineal Swab, Rectal Swab, Vag, Recto-Vaginal, LVS

Container Type: 

Swab

Volume: 

N/A

Volume Unit: 

N/A

Storage Condition:

15 –25 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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