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HelpTest Code LAB13306 Nasal MRSA/SA Colonization Screen By PCR
Department
Microbiology
Collection Requirements
Pre-Surgical MRSA screening specimens can be collected up to 1 month prior to procedure date.
Using the Dual Swab collection kit (for inpatient order call 36755), rim the inside of both nares 5 times with both swabs.
Screening test only.
To only be used from nares source.
Primary Collection Container
Liquid stuart double culture swab
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability
Refrigerated: 5 days
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
PCR
Performed
Monday – Friday
6:30 am – 1:30 pm
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
87640, 87641
Unacceptable Conditions
Avoid using Flonase or Nasonex prior to collection.
Additional Information
Swabs collected from sites of suspected infection (wounds, etc.) are not appropriate.