Test ID: RPDSA
CPT code: 87880
LOINC: 31971-5
Specimen Type:
Frequency: Setup: Stat or Daily; TAT <24 hrs
Instructions: Throat: Bactiswab II with modified Stuarts transport. Negative tests are backed up with culture.
Text: Diagnose strep throat (Group A Streptococcus). Beta Strep Culture will
be reflexed on negative rapid screens.
Methodology: Rapid EIA