Strep Throat: At a Glance

Strep Throat

Also known as: Throat culture, Rapid strep test
Formal name: Group A streptococcus, Group A beta hemolytic streptococcus
Related tests: Influenza, Blood culture, ASO

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	At A Glance
	Why get tested? To determine if a sore throat (pharyngitis) is caused by a group A streptococcal bacterial infection (“strep throat”) When to get tested? If you have a sore throat that your doctor thinks may be due to a bacterial respiratory infection Sample required? A swab rubbed against your tonsils and the back of your throat Next >>

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