Beta Strep Penicillin Allergic Genital Culture
SoftLab Order Code
CXBPA
Epic Order Name
BETA STREP PENICILLIN ALLERGIC GENITAL CULTURE
Epic Order ID
LAB3004
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Vaginal or cervical
Collection Container
E-Swab
Alternative Collection Container
LIM Broth
Collecting Volume
One swab
Storage or Stability
E-swab: Ambient - stable 48 hours. It is recommended to transport to the laboratory as soon as possible.
LIM Broth: Ambient, stable for 24 hours.
LIM Broth: Ambient, stable for 24 hours.
Causes for Rejection
All specimens will be evaluated for acceptability by Microbiology
Patient Preparation
Specimen collected from the vaginal or cervical area using sterile technique
Instructions
TAT
Preliminary culture result available 48 hours after receipt in the laboratory.
Final result: 72 or more hours from receipt of specimen
Final result: 72 or more hours from receipt of specimen
CPT Codes
87081