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The Strep Throat Test is a diagnostic tool for detecting the presence of Group A Streptococcus antigens in a throat swab sample. Results are available within 5 minutes. This test helps determine the cause of a sore throat. Is the pain due to Group A Streptococcus bacteria (also known as Streptococcus pyogenes), which requires antibiotic treatment, or is it caused by a viral infection that does not?
Indications for taking the test:
- Red throat (especially with white patches);
- Sore throat;
- High fever;
- Vomiting (particularly in children);
- Difficulty swallowing saliva and food;
- Headache.Long lines at the doctor's office?
Don’t wait, diagnose infections yourself with the Strep Throat A Test in just 5 minutes.
Streptococcal pharyngitis is a dangerous condition that can lead to numerous lifelong complications (such as glomerulonephritis and peritonsillar abscess). Timely antibiotic therapy can protect you and your child from complications and hospital stays. The test speeds up the diagnosis and treatment process for you and your child. Streptococcus, acute pharyngitis (Streptococcus pyogenes), is a pathogenic bacterium characterized by the presence of Group A antigens. It causes serious infections like severe bacterial pharyngitis, impetigo, endocarditis, meningitis, postpartum sepsis, and arthritis. Untreated infections can lead to serious complications such as rheumatism and peritonsillar abscess.