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MRSA Screen

Message
If positive, an identification will be performed at an additional charge.


Test Code
CSMRSA


Alias/See Also
r/o MRSA


CPT Codes
87081

Preferred Specimen
Nasal swab


Instructions
Insert the swab into the nares 1-2cm and rotate against the nasal mucosa.


Transport Container
Swab in Transport Media


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 24 hours
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Culture

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Negative Culture - Finalized at 1 days


Clinical Significance
Test is recommended to detect nasal colonization of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to aid in the prevention and control of MRSA in healthcare settings.




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.