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Test Code MRSA PCR MRSA PCR

Department

Microbiology/Molecular

Specimen Type

Nares

Method

Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) on the Genexpert® Instrument System

Clinical Information

The Xpert MRSA NxG test, performed on the GeneXpert® Instrument System, is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test intended for the detection of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) DNA directly from nasal swabs in patients at risk for nasal colonization.

Container

ESwab

 

Ship Temperature

Room Temperature (15-30°C) or refrigerated (2-8°C)

Stability Refrigerated

Specimens stored at 2-8°C are stable for up to 7 days

Stability Room Temp

Specimens stored at 15-30°C are stable for up to 24 hours

CPT Code

87641

Days Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday