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Additional Codes:
MRSA PCR
Collection:
Specimen: Nasal swab, from patients >2 yrs of age.
Container: Regular E-Swab (preferred) or Culturette Swab
Storage Instructions:
Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 5 days.
Turnaround Time (TAT):
Routine or Stat: Within 2 hours.
Test Availability:
24 hours a day / 7 Days a week
Request Form:
Microbiology – Green Request Form
Send To:
UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH318 Children’s Hospital
Reference Interval:
No MRSA detected.