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MRSA Screen (NICU / Infection Control) (PRISMA HEALTH)

Test Code
1230100141


Alias/See Also
LAB234: MRSA Screen (NICU / Infection Control) | STAPH CX


CPT Codes
87081x1

Preferred Specimen
GMH HOSPITAL LAB: ESWAB - LIQUID AMIES (Room Temperature) Min Vol: N/A
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: ESWAB - LIQUID AMIES (Room Temperature) Min Vol: N/A


Other Acceptable Specimens
GMH HOSPITAL LAB: STERILE CONTAINER: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A
GMH HOSPITAL LAB: RED SWAB: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: SWAB - LIQUID STUARTS: (Room Temperature) Min Vol: N/A
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: STERILE CONTAINER: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A
RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL: RED SWAB: (Refrigerated) Min Vol: N/A


Instructions
Culture of the affected area of the patient’s throat should be taken using a culture swab or an eSwab. Rub a dry swab across the tonsillar area and the back of the pharynx.


Transport Temperature
Transport to the laboratory as soon as possible after collection.


Report Available
GMH HOSPITAL LAB
STAT: 60 min
Routine: 2880 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: No TAT min
Life or Death: 60 min

RHC HOSPITAL LAB CENTRAL
STAT: 60 min
Routine: 2880 min
Extended TAT: No TAT min
Timed: No TAT min
Life or Death: 60 min



Last Updated: March 6, 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.