STREPTOCOCCUS GROUP A AG, WITH REFLEX TO CULTURE

Test Code 10553

CPT Code(s) 87880

Includes If Streptococcus Group A Rapid Antigen is negative, a culture will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87081).

Methodology Immunochromatography Bacterial Culture, Aerobic Routine Isolation and Identification Procedures

Clinical Significance A positive result from the antigen assay or isolation of Group A streptococci by culture from a symptomatic patient is usually considered clinically significant.

Alternative Name(s) Strep A