Strep Throat: Diagnosis & Tests (Streptococcal Pharyngitis)

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Strep Throat

Alternate Names : Streptococcal Pharyngitis

Strep Throat | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

Strep throat may be suspected after a medical history and physical exam are performed. The back of the throat is swabbed to get a sample of the bacteria. Tests that may be done on this sample are

ELISA, or "quick strep," which makes it possible to make the diagnosis within 15 minutes

throat culture, which involves the growing of bacteria and takes at least 24 hours

Blood tests, including a complete blood count orCBC, may also be done to check for infection.

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Author: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Reviewer: Barbara Mallari, RN, BSN, PHN
Date Reviewed: 07/13/01

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