Are throat swabs and rapid antigen tests helpful for improving treatment of sore throat?

Report By: Helen Slee - medical student
Search checked by Helen Slee - medical student
Institution: M.R.I
Date Submitted: 21st June 2005
Last Modified: 17th June 2009
Status: Red (incomplete)

Three Part Question

In [adults with acute sore throat] does the addition of a throat swab or rapid antigen testing to clinical examination alone] result in [more appropriate antibiotic use]?