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GBS

What exactly is a GBS test?  I know I should know this I just want to know what exactly do they do ?
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7388310 tn?1396371825
Oh okay thanks (;
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Group B Strep. They usually check in the last few weeks. If positive,  they will administer I've antibiotics during your labor to protect the baby.
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