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Test Code MRSPCR MRSA PCR

Methodology

Cepheid GeneXpert (PCR)

Specimen Type

Nasal

Preferred Collection Container

E-SWAB

Collection Volume

1 swab

Minimum Collection Volume

1 swab

Collection Instructions

COLLECT NASAL SWAB SPECIMEN USING AN ESWAB INSERTED IN EACH NARES.

Rejection Criteria

Inadequate labeling; Improper collection

Specimen Storage and Stability

<24 hours at room temperature

Turn Around Time

1 Days

Lab Department

Microbiology

Alias

Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus by PCR

Ordering Info

This test is used for surveillance purposes only.

EPIC Code

LAB6158

Acceptable Collection Container

ESwab

Day(s) and Time(s) Performed

Monday through Friday, 24 hours