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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
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.
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