CLIA-WAIVED STREPTOCOCCUS TEST KITS

CLIA-waived Streptococcus test kits refer to medical equipment that test for the presence of Streptococcus in patient laboratory specimens. CLIA-waived streptococcus test kits are used to provide diagnostic data rapidly. Typically, results obtained through CLIA-waived streptococcus test kits are available immediately, so that patient treatment may begin or be adjusted during patient visits.

CLIA stands for “Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments.” This is a group of regulations promulgated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that set clinical laboratory testing standards. CLIA-waived refers to testing devices that are simple in operation and have been cleared by the FDA for use by existing physician office staff.