Test Code LAB0269514 Culture, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Nares

Methodology

No MIC performed unless specifically requested.

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Type: Nares

Container/Tube: Culturette swab in sterile transport tube, E Swab

Specimen Volume: Swab

Collection Instructions:

1. If swabbing nares, use 1 swab to collect both left and right nares.

2. Place swab in transport tube.

3. Label tube with patient’s name (first and last), medical record number, date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Additional Information: Specimen source is required.

Ambient/Refrigerated NO/Frozen NO

No MRSA detected

Critical value (automatic call-back): all positives for MRSA (inpatient only)

Monday through Sunday

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