Synonyms

Screen for Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Test Includes

Screening test for presence of MRSA

Request Form 

Microbiology form (Green)

Availability

On request during normal 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

Collection

Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately.

Lab. Handling

Samples should be processed as soon as possible.

Causes for Rejection

Unlabelled sample
Delay in sample reaching laboratory