Test Name

Antenatal Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS) Screen

Test Code

GBSS2

Specimen Type

eSwab - Combined low vaginal & anal swab

Comments

Using 1 swab provided in the eSwab collection kit, collect the sample from the vagina and then from the anus.

Remove the screw cap and slowly place the swab  into the transport medium.

Break the swab at the breakpoint and screw the cap back on the tube.

Assay Performed

Bacteriology

RCH

9345 5739

Assay Frequency

As requested