The test for Group B streptococcus in Japan①

A group B streptococcus test — also known as a group B strep test — checks to see if you are infected with the group B streptococcus bacteria. It's a common bacterium in the gastrointestinal tract, but can cause serious infections in newborns.

In Japan, around between weeks 33-37, all pregnant women are routinely tested for GBS.

The test itself is really simple. A large cotton swab is used to collect samples form the vagina.

If the group B strep test is negative, no action is needed. If the group B strep test is positive, you'll be given antibiotics during labour to prevent group B strep disease in your baby.

What kind of treatment do we do in Japan?
Will explain next week!

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