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Streptococcus pyogenes PCR
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Adjunctive diagnostic testing for invasive group A Strep infection (iGAS).
Specimens should also be sent for MC&S (e.g. blood cultures, tissue/fluid).
S. pyogenes PCR is not performed on throat swabs or other non-sterile specimens. Culture should be performed instead. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested Monday to Sunday, with results usually available within 24-48h of receipt by the testing laboratory. Contact the laboratory if urgent testing is required. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Group A Strep PCR, iGAS PCR, |
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Code:
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VSRPY |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Reference Interval:
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Sterile PCR Container (STERIPCR), |
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Sample Type:
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Whole Blood (EDTA); Pleural Fluid; Tissue |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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Collection Instructions:
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Dedicated sample required. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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250uL (Liquid Samples) |
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Stability:
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1 week chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Molecular Diagnostics |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4402 |
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Last Updated : 12-12-2023 13:22 |