Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Streptococcal screen

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Alternative Names

Rapid strep test


Normal Values

The test is considered normal if Group A streptococcus is not present.


What abnormal results mean

An abnormal result means Group A streptococcus is present, and confirms strep throat.



Review Date: 05/09/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)