Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy

Screening and prevention of neonatal GBS infection.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
ObstetricsInfectious DiseasesPaediatrics

Clinical Guidelines

NICE guideline [NG195]: Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment
National
RCOG: Updated Group B Strep Guidelines
National
Queensland Clinical Guidelines: Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy
Local
RCOG Green-top Guideline No. 36: Prevention of Early-onset Neonatal Group B Streptococcal Disease
Local
UK National Screening Committee Position Statement: Screening for Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in Pregnancy
Local
UK National Screening Committee Recommendation: Screening for maternal Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy
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