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Culture, MRSA


TEST DIRECTORY
Test Name
Culture, MRSA
Alternate Names
MRSA culture
MRSA screen
Test Code
CUL_MRSA
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Supplies for Submission
  • Swab (1)
  • Transport media
Specimen Collection
Submit a single or double swab in transport media.
Storage Requirements
Critical Room Temperature.
Specimens are stable if stored at room temperature for 48 hours.
Causes for Rejections
Specimens arriving at the referral lab more than 2 days after collection.
GENERAL AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Turn Around Time
Send-out testing: 2 days
CPT Code
87070