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Specimen Source: |
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MRSA, QL Real-Time PCR |
R-T PCR |
Not detected |
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| PRIMARY |
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Nasal double Swab |
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Room Temperature - 24 Hour(s)/Refrigerated - 5 Day(s) |
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| ALTERNATE |
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Nasal Swab Liquid Stuart |
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Refrigerated - 5 Day(s)/Room Temperature - 24 Hour(s) |
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NS in Cepheid Collection |
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Room Temperature - 24 Hour(s)/Refrigerated - 5 Day(s) |
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This assay is used to detect the presence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) DNA in a patient's nasal swab specimen. The use of real-time PCR to detect the presence of MRSA DNA in clinical specimens allows for rapid patient testing.
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Swab must be inserted into nostril up to 2.5 cm (1 inch) from edge
of the nare and rolled 5 times. Repeat using same swab in the other
nostril.
Return swab to its container.
Nasal Swab collected in:
BBL(TM) CultureSwab(TM) Liquid Amies, Double Swab or Copan
Venturi Transystem(TM) Liquid Amies, Double Swab
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| Setup Schedule |
| Monday-Saturday |
| Reported (Analytical Time) |
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Same day
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CPT Code
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87641
The CPT codes provided 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 payer being billed.
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| Notes |
| **This test is not available for New York patient testing.** |
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