Group B Streptococcus (GBS)is part of the normal vaginal flora in 20% to 30% of healthy pregnant women.GBS has been associated with poor pregnancy outcomes and is an important factor in neonatal morbidity and mortality.Which finding is not a risk factor for neonatal GBS infection?

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PROM 18 hours or longer before the birth increases the risk for neonatal GBS infection.Positive prenatal culture is a risk factor for neonatal GBS infection.Preterm birth at 37 weeks or less of gestation remains a risk factor for neonatal GBS infection.Maternal temperature of 38° C or higher is also a risk factor for neonatal GBS infection.

Group B Streptococcus (GBS)is Part of the Normal Vaginal Flora