Group B Streptococcus (GBS) Swabs
Test Information
Test Name
Group B Streptococcus (GBS) Swabs
Synonyms
GBS
Department
Microbiology
Preferred Specimen
E-Swab (Vaginal/Rectum/Genital)
Testing Location
PLBOP
Microbiology Clinical Details
View Microbiology Clinical Details Guide
Collection Information
Patient Requestable
Yes
Processing Information
Registration Code
Depending on swab site - VAGS/RECT/GENI
Notes
- On Specific request only
- Only for swabs taken later in the 3rd trimester, ideally >35 weeks