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Group B Streptococcus |
| Test | Group B Streptococcus |
| Indication | This test is for rapid detection of Group B Streptococcus antigen in body fluids. |
| Physiology | Group B streptococcus is currently one of the most significant human pathogens in the neonatal period. The mode of spread to neonate is exposure to the maternal genital flora in utero through ruptured membranes or by contamination during passage through the birth canal. |
| Normal Range | Detection of Group B streptococcus |
| Interpretation | Rapid identification of group B streptococcus carriers is important in management of premature rupture of the membrane |
| Sample | Cerebrospinal fluid, blood, urine, endocervical, endometrial material, or amniotic fluid |
| Test Method | Agglutination reaction, Counter immnoelectrophoresis |
| Related Tests | Group A Streptococcus Screen, Bacterial Antigens. |
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