Group B Streptococcus screen Test | Austin Pathology

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Group B Streptococcus screen

Alternate Names	GBS screen, Antenatal screen for GBS
Cerner Test Name	GBS
Laboratory	Microbiology
Specimen	Swab
Container	Swab - Bacterial (white top)
Additional Collection Instructions	Antenatal patients are routinely screened for the carriage of Group B Streptococcus at the recommended time of 35-37 weeks gestation. The optimum sample for a GBS screening swab is a low vaginal-rectal swab.
Minimum Adult Volume	None
Minimum Paediatric Volume	None
Frequency	As required

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Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)

Test Code	GBS
Container ID	SWAB, POT
Storage Instructions	Store specimen at room temperature
Transport Instructions	Transport at room temperature