How long does a strep test take in Cerritos?

A strep test usually only takes a few minutes. A throat swab is used for the strep A test, whereas a cotton swab or a urine sample is used for the strep B test. Your healthcare provider can tell you how long your strep test will take based on the procedure used.

What happens if you test positive for group B strep?

Adults seldom show symptoms or get sick with Group B strep, but it can be dangerous for newborns. Antibiotics are commonly given to pregnant women who test positive for group B strep to keep the illness from spreading to the baby as it goes through the birth canal. Because the infant will not be exposed to germs in the delivery canal, antibiotics are not required for women with group B strep who are having a scheduled Cesarean section.

How much does a strep test cost in Cerritos?

A strep test's price is influenced by a variety of criteria, including provider rates, the type of test (throat swab, vaginal swab, or urinalysis), geographic region, and if your health plan covers this treatment. Getting an estimate from your health insurance company or the step test company is the quickest way to figure out how much a strep test will cost.

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PM Pediatric Urgent Care, Tarzana CA

PM Pediatric Urgent Care

Open until 10:00 pm

Mon12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Tue12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wed12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thu12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fri12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pm

18555 Ventura Blvd, Tarzana, CA 9135618555 Ventura Blvd

4.84(2.6k reviews)

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The care was amazing from the guy who checked us in to Dr. Al, but the X-ray tech today telling my 5 year old to lie down and not move “or he will hold her head down” didn’t work for me. Being in the medical field, I can tell you that’s never ok. Especially with pediatrics who are already terrified. He was rude, unprofessional and must have forgotten he was dealing with a CHILD. I would give him a 1/5 and everyone else a 5/5.