Test Code

• 5028

Test Synonym

• DIRECT STREP AG, RAPID STREP A

Volume

• 1 Swab

Minimum Volume

• 1 Swab

Specimen Requirements

• Swab In Transport Medium

Container

• Culture Swab, Culturette

Storage

• Refrigerated

Turn Around Time

• 2 days

Special Instructions

• Swab, transport media

Additional Information

• Rapid antigen test for Group A streptococcus.

Specimen Stability

• 72 hours, refrigerated