Throat specimen using Routine Culture transport swab.
Stability:
24 hours ambient. Unstable frozen.
Transport:
Ambient.
Comments:
If Beta streptococcus is isolated, it will be typed for groups A, C, and G. Potential pathogens will be identified. Additional charges may be added for these tests.
Rejection Criteria:
Delayed transport; frozen specimen; swab not in transport media.