MRSA Surveillance Nares by DNA(PCR) method

Test Code
MRSA SURVL NARES DNA


Alias/See Also
MRSA surveillance , MRSA PCR


Preferred Specimen
Copan swab


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days


Methodology
NxG PCR

Setup Schedule
Monday - Sat


Report Available
TAT 2 - 4 Days


Reference Range
Not Detected


Performing Laboratory
Test performed in the West Roxbury Immunology Lab
Contact: Cassandra Mota, 857-203-5941


Last Updated: March 20, 2023


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.