MRSA (Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus) Screen by PCR

Additional Codes

LAB1368

MBMC-Microbiology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Specimen Type: Nares

Container/Tube: Eswab

Specimen Volume: 1 swab (Eswab)

Collection Instructions:

1. Right and left nares are processed as 1 order.
2. Insert both dry swabs approximately 1 to 2 cm into each nostril.

3. Rotate swab against inside of nostril for 3 seconds applying slight pressure.

4. Repeat using same swab for other nostril.

5. Return swab to transport tube.

Ambient

Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 90 minutes after receipt in laboratory
Routine: within 4 hours

Negative

Critical value (automatic call-back on neonates only): Positive

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