Strep B Test
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| Strep B Test : What is a group B strep test? Strep B, also known as group B strep (GBS), is a type of bacteria commonly found in the digestive tract, urinary tract, and genital area. Many healthy people have GBS bacteria in their bodies. Most of the time, GBS bacteria are not harmful and do not make people feel sick or have any symptoms. But in rare cases, these bacteria cause certain infections, known as GBS disease. This is more likely in people who are age 65 and older, have certain chronic health problems, or have a condition that weakens their immune system. And sometimes GBS infections can be very serious, or even life-threatening, in newborns. In most cases, it is not known how people spread GBS bacteria to others. If you are pregnant, you can pass the bacteria to your baby during a vaginal delivery. GBS is usually found in the vagina and rectum, so. the baby can be exposed to the GBS bacteria during labor. It is rare, but it can cause serious illness in the baby. There are two types of GBS infections in babies. The types are based on the age of the infant when signs and symptoms begin to show: - In early-onset GBS disease, the signs and symptoms start during the first six days of life - In late-onset GBS disease, the signs and symptoms start during between 7 to 89 days of life. The source of late-onset GBS infection is unknown. In newborns, GBS can cause: - Bacteremia (infection in the bloodstream) - Pneumonia (inflammation of the lung) - Meningitis (inflammation of the thin tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord) - Other serious illnesses GBS bacteria are a leading cause of meningitis and bloodstream infections in a newborn's first three months of life. If you are pregnant, GBS can cause: - Bacteremia - Chorioamnionitis (infection of the placenta and amniotic fluid) - Endometritis (infection of the membrane lining the uterus) - Urinary tract infections In older adults and people with chronic health conditions, GBS bacteria can cause: - Bacteremia - Urinary tract infection - Pneumonia - Bone and joint infections - Endocarditis (infection of the heart valves) - Meningitis - Skin or soft-tissue infections A group B strep test checks for GBS bacteria. If you are pregnant and the test shows that you have GBS, taking antibiotics during labor can protect your baby from infection. Other names: group B streptococcus, group B beta-hemolytic streptococcus, Streptococcus agalactiae, beta-hemolytic strep culture | |
| Review Date: 19/03/2024 | Updated By: |