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Rapid Strep A Test

Order Code
10567
CPT
87430
Test Details
Synonyms

Rapid Antigen Strep Test

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Qualitative Rapid Test Device

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Rapid antigen detection for *Streptocous pyogenes*. Diagnoses strep throat.

Specimen Type

Throat Swab

Volume

1 swab

Specimen Container

Rayon Tip Dry Swab

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 3 days
Order Code
10567
CPT
87430
Test Details
Synonyms

Rapid Antigen Strep Test

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Qualitative Rapid Test Device

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Rapid antigen detection for *Streptocous pyogenes*. Diagnoses strep throat.

Specimen Type

Throat Swab

Volume

1 swab

Specimen Container

Rayon Tip Dry Swab

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature 3 days