Streptococcus Group A Antigen, Adult
Also known as: Strep A Ag, Rapid Strep, GAS Ag
Use
A positive result from the antigen assay in a symptomatic adult patient is usually considered clinically significant. A culture backup of negative antigen results may be requested on adult patients if clinically indicated. Effective Date: 3/7/2022.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
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Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 18481-2
Result Turnaround Time
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Specimen
Other
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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Container
red cap transport tube with liquid Amies transport medium
Collection Instructions
Collect throat specimen using a dual swab (1 swab minimum) in a red cap transport tube with liquid Amies transport medium
Causes for Rejection
Cotton tip swabs; calcium alginate swabs; swabs containing charcoal or semi-solid media; swabs with wooden shafts; dry swabs; swabs from sources other than throat; swabs with a gel transport medium (blue cap)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
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