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Test Code MRSSC MRSA (Methicillin Resistant Staph aureus) PCR Screen

Important Note

Test is intended to screen for MRSA colonization in the nose only. Other body sites are not appropriate for this test. If clinician needs to rule out MRSA for other body sites or from an infection, please order the culture code appropriate for the type of specimen.

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube: Sterile Container

Specimen Volume: N/A

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect from Anterior Nares ONLY

2. Refer to Microbiology Specimen Collection Procedure for collection instructions

 

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Reference Values

Negative

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87641

Performing Laboratory

Beebe Healthcare Laboratory

Performing Location

Margaret H. Rollins Laboratory

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Specimen Collection Instructions