Test Code MRSAPCR MRSA Nares by PCR

Important Note

NAH Outreach Interface Order

Specimen Type

Nasal swab

Container

LQ Stuart Swab (Red top with notch)

REFERENCE IMAGE

Minimum Volume

N/A

Stability

24 hours at 20-25°C, 5 days at 2-8°C

Transfer Instructions

Transport swab at 2-8°C.

Expected Turn Around Time

2.5 hours

CPT

87641

Result Information

Result Code	Result Name
MRSAPCR	MRSA Nares by PCR
STAPHAPC	S. aureus Nares by PCR