NASAL RAPID MRSA DNA BY RT-PRC

Test Code
MRSADNA


CPT Codes
87641

Preferred Specimen
SPECIMEN


Transport Container
SWAB


Transport Temperature
RT- 48 HRS


Methodology
DNA BY RT-PRC

Setup Schedule
Set Up:
Report Available:


Reference Range
NASAL RAPID MRSA DNA


Clinical Significance
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium responsible for several difficult-to-treat infections in humans.


Performing Laboratory
LMH - Microbiology  x3758 or 3759: Molecular  x3170



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.