If test is positive, confirm with FTA tests and treat accordingly. GC Gonorrhea Especially appropriate for patients who are highly sexually active. Can be done upon patient request. Screening for Perinatal Group B Streptococcal Disease Anogenital GBS Colonization CDC recommends screening all women at 35-37 weeks gestation. Many authorities have questioned the value of this procedure and cite the risk of exposing the fetus to radiation.
Patients often wonder about the purpose of particular laboratory tests.
Often, the office nurse can answer such questions. See Appendix A for list of patient education materials that explain many of the tests.