The<unk>  (RST) is a<unk>  antigen detection test (RADT) that is widely used in clinics to assist in the diagnosis of bacterial pharyngitis caused by group A<unk> tococci (GAS), sometimes termed<unk>  throat. There are currently several types of<unk>  in use, each employing a distinct technology. However, they all work by detecting the presence of GAS in the throat of a person by responding to GAS-specific antigens on a throat swab.
Rapid strep test
Throat culture
Viral culture
Acoustic rhinometry
Skin biopsy
Antibiotic sensitivity testing
Saliva testing
Dermatoscopy