Test Code MRSA ORSA (MRSA) Culture, Swab
Specimen Volume
Varies
Preferred Specimen
Swab, Sterile
Specimen Handling Instructions
Performed on inpatients for screening purposes only. Outpatients order AER with R/O MRSA
Transport
Routine courier pick-up
Cutoff Time
None
Department
MicrobiologyMethodology
Culture
Stat Turn-around Time
N/A
Routine Turn-around Time
1 DayReference Ranges
No MRSA isolated