MRSA screen
Synonyms
Screen for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus
(MRSA)
Clinical Indications
Suspected MRSA infection or screening
Test Includes
Culture for MRSA
Request Form
Request via ICE
Availability
On request during routine working hours
Specific Criteria
Please give detailed clinical information, including date of
onset/contact with the suspected infection, and any current, or
intended, antibiotic therapy
Turnaround Time
48 to 72 hours
Specimen
Bacterial swab in transport medium; urine in boric acid bottle
(red top universal), if required
Container

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Collection
Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately
Causes for Rejection
Unlabelled / inadequately labelled sample
Delay in sample reaching laboratory
Lab Handling
Samples should be processed as soon as possible