Group B Strep screening in pregnancy | Levvi

Key insights

1Screening usually weeks 35–37
2Colonization is common — not a routine UTI
3Positive result often leads to IV antibiotics in labor
4Keep result with birth bag
5Quick vaginal/rectal swab

What GBS is

Group B strep colonization guides intrapartum antibiotics¹².

When and how screening is done

Swab weeks 35–37¹².

If positive

Labor IV antibiotics commonly recommended²³.

Cesarean and allergies

Protocol varies — share penicillin allergy history.

On admission with positive GBS

Tell labor unit about positive swab — IV antibiotics usually start in active labor².

How Levvi can help

Timed screening reminder.

Frequently asked questions

Does partner need treatment? Usually not.

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My Pregnancy

GBS screening task weeks 35–37.

Group B Streptococcus in pregnancy