>I think I would trust the latex as being more specific for Group A where the
>PYR could be positive by other organisms - especially a beta hemolytic
>Enterococcus.
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Are you reporting as Group A Streptococcus or S. pyogenes? There are small
colony B-streps that are A positive and PYR negative that are not S. pyogenes.
(They are S. anginosus)
Karen
"It's a very ancient saying, but a true & honest thought, that if you become a
teacher, by your pupils you'll be taught." The King & I (Getting To Know You)
Karen Kiser MA MT(ASCP)
St. Louis, Mo.
kkiser6239 at aol.com
