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Test Id : CGAS
Group A Streptococcus (Streptococcus pyogenes) Culture, Varies
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of perianal cellulitis
Screening patients and health care workers for Streptococcus pyogenes for the purpose of investigating possible nosocomial transmission
Reflex Tests
Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.
Lists tests that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial tests.
| Test Id | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMALD | Ident by MALDI-TOF mass spec | No, Bill Only | No |
| GID | Bacteria Identification | No, Bill Only | No |
| STRP | Identification Streptococcus | No, Bill Only | No |
| ISAE | Aerobe Ident by Sequencing | No, Bill Only | No |
| SIDC | Ident Serologic Agglut Method 4 | No, Bill Only | No |
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test
A short description of the method used to perform the test
Conventional Culture Technique
NY State Available
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Indicates the status of NY State approval and if the test is orderable for NY State clients.
Yes
Reporting Name
Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Lists a shorter or abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test
Grp A Strep (S. pyogenes) Culture
Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
62989 - CGAS
Beta-Hemolytic Strep
Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus
Group A Strep
Group A Streptococcus
Strep Group A
Streptococcus Group A
Streptococcus pyogenes
S. pyogenes
GAS
Beta Strep
Perianal cellulitis
SGA
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Specimen Type
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Varies
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Rectal, perirectal, perianal, or anal
Supplies: Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
Container/Tube: Culture transport swab (Dacron or rayon swab with aluminum or plastic shaft with either Stuart or Amies liquid medium)
Specimen Volume: Swab
Additional Information: Primarily to be collected from pediatric patients
Acceptable:
Specimen Type: Vaginal
Supplies: Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
Container/Tube: Culture transport swab (Dacron or rayon swab with aluminum or plastic shaft with either Stuart or Amies liquid medium)
Specimen Volume: Swab
Additional Information: Submission of a vaginal source is limited to Infection Prevention and Control test orders
Specimen Type: Throat or pharynx
Supplies: Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
Container/Tube: Culture transport swab (Dacron or rayon swab with aluminum or plastic shaft with either Stuart or Amies liquid medium)
Specimen Volume: Swab
Additional Information: Submission of throat or pharynx sources is limited to Infection Prevention and Control test orders
Specimen Type: Skin or wound
Supplies: Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
Container/Tube: Culture transport swab (Dacron or rayon swab with aluminum or plastic shaft with either Stuart or Amies liquid medium)
Specimen Volume: Swab
Additional Information: Submission of skin or wound sources is limited to Infection Prevention and Control test orders
Reject Due To
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Dry swab | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Ambient (preferred) | 24 hours | |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Diagnosis of perianal cellulitis
Screening patients and health care workers for Streptococcus pyogenes for the purpose of investigating possible nosocomial transmission
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
When this test is ordered, the reflex tests may be performed at an additional charge.
Clinical Information
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Streptococcus pyogenes (group A streptococcus) is a common cause of pharyngitis and skin and soft tissue infection. In children, S pyogenes can cause perianal infection. The classic presentation is a well-demarcated rash around the anus with itching, rectal pain, and, occasionally, blood-streaked stools. Untreated, painful defecation, toilet avoidance, and constipation may persist for months, until effective treatment is administered. Anal fissures may ensue. A swab of the affected area may be submitted for S pyogenes culture to confirm the diagnosis.
Health care workers may transmit S pyogenes to their patients (eg, in the postsurgical setting) leading to outbreaks of invasive disease. Screening of health care workers or other patients for S pyogenes may be requested by Infection Prevention and Control as part of an investigation of a potential nosocomial case (or cases). Isolates may be typed to assess strain relatedness.
Reference Values
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
Describes reference intervals and additional information for interpretation of test results. May include intervals based on age and sex when appropriate. Intervals are Mayo-derived, unless otherwise designated. If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this.
Negative
Interpretation
Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
Provides information to assist in interpretation of the test results
Positive cultures are reported out as Streptococcus pyogenes.
Cautions
Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
Discusses conditions that may cause diagnostic confusion, including improper specimen collection and handling, inappropriate test selection, and interfering substances
No significant cautionary statements
Clinical Reference
Recommendations for in-depth reading of a clinical nature
Recommendations for in-depth reading of a clinical nature
1. Spellerberg B, Brandt C, Sendi P: Streptococcus. In Manual of Clinical Microbiology. 12th edition. Edited by KC Carroll, MA Pfaller. Washington DC, ASM Press 2019, pp 399-417
2. Cohen R, Levy C, Bonacorsi S, et al: Diagnostic Accuracy of Clinical Symptoms and Rapid Diagnostic Test in Group A Streptococcal Perianal Infections in Children. Clin Infect Dis 2015 Jan 15;60:267-270
Method Description
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference
Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference
Specimens are cultured to a sheep blood agar plate and/or a Columbia colistin-nalidixic acid agar plate as appropriate based on the anatomic location. Cultures are incubated for 2 days. Streptococcus pyogenes or no growth of S pyogenes is reported.(Church DL: Group A Streptococcus: Culture and Nonculture Tests. In Clinical Microbiology Procedures Handbook. Edited by AL Leber. ASM Press 2016, section 3.11.8)
PDF Report
Indicates whether the report includes an additional document with charts, images or other enriched information
Indicates whether the report includes an additional document with charts, images or other enriched information
No
Day(s) Performed
Outlines the days the test is performed. This field reflects the day that the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means that assays are performed multiple times during the day.
Outlines the days the test is performed. This field reflects the day that the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means that assays are performed multiple times during the day.
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.
The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.
2 to 5 days
Specimen Retention Time
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded
Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded
3 days
Performing Laboratory Location
Indicates the location of the laboratory that performs the test
Indicates the location of the laboratory that performs the test
Rochester
Fees
Several factors determine the fee charged to perform a test. Contact your U.S. or International Regional Manager for information about establishing a fee schedule or to learn more about resources to optimize test selection.
Several factors determine the fee charged to perform a test. Contact your U.S. or International Regional Manager for information about establishing a fee schedule or to learn more about resources to optimize test selection.
- Authorized users can sign in to Test Prices for detailed fee information.
- Clients without access to Test Prices can contact Customer Service 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Prospective clients should contact their Regional Manager. For assistance, contact Customer Service.
Test Classification
Provides information regarding the medical device classification for laboratory test kits and reagents. Tests may be classified as cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and used per manufacturer instructions, or as products that do not undergo full FDA review and approval, and are then labeled as an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) product.
Provides information regarding the medical device classification for laboratory test kits and reagents. Tests may be classified as cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and used per manufacturer instructions, or as products that do not undergo full FDA review and approval, and are then labeled as an Analyte Specific Reagent (ASR) product.
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.
CPT Code Information
Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Clinic Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Clinic Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
87081-Strep Grp A (S. pyogenes) culture
87077-Ident by MALDI-TOF mass spec (if appropriate)
87077-Bacteria identification (if appropriate)
87077-Identification Streptococcus (if appropriate)
87147 x 2-6-Serologic Agglut Method 4 Ident (if appropriate)
87153-Aerobe ident by sequencing (if appropriate)
Test Setup Resources
Setup Files
Test setup information contains test file definition details to support order and result interfacing between Mayo Clinic Laboratories and your Laboratory Information System.
Test setup information contains test file definition details to support order and result interfacing between Mayo Clinic Laboratories and your Laboratory Information System.
Sample Reports
Normal and Abnormal sample reports are provided as references for report appearance.
Normal and Abnormal sample reports are provided as references for report appearance.
SI Sample Reports
International System (SI) of Unit reports are provided for a limited number of tests. These reports are intended for international account use and are only available through MayoLINK accounts that have been defined to receive them.
International System (SI) of Unit reports are provided for a limited number of tests. These reports are intended for international account use and are only available through MayoLINK accounts that have been defined to receive them.