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Culture, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Swab

Test Code
MRSA


Alias/See Also
Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Culture


CPT Codes
87081

Preferred Specimen
Acceptable specimens:

Swab from axilla, buttock clef, or nares


1. Collect specimen using a culture swab.

2. Label specimen appropriately.

Note: Specimen source is required.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology
Culture, Conventional Technique Screening Test only

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday


Reference Range

No MRSA isolated



Performed By
North Mississippi Medical Center Pathology Department

Performing Laboratory
NMMC Pathology Department



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.