Dual rayon swab culturette for throat specimen if collected for Group A Strep Ag also, or Eswab can be used for all sites.
Collection Volume:
Swab
Cause for Rejection:
Dry Swab >24 hours old
Storage:
Ambient
Availability:
Daily
Methodology:
Culture
Special Instructions:
These specimens are cultured for Group A Streptococcus only! Orders must state specific site of specimen. If patient has a positive Group A Antigen test, a Strep culture is not necessary. Antibiotic sensitivities will be performed only on non-respiratory sites.
Dual rayon swab culturette for throat specimen if collected for Group A Strep Ag also, or Eswab can be used for all sites.
Collection Volume:
Swab
Cause for Rejection:
Dry Swab >24 hours old
Storage:
Ambient
Availability:
Daily
Methodology:
Culture
Special Instructions:
These specimens are cultured for Group A Streptococcus only! Orders must state specific site of specimen. If patient has a positive Group A Antigen test, a Strep culture is not necessary. Antibiotic sensitivities will be performed only on non-respiratory sites.
