Bacterial culture and sensitivity: MRSA screen

EPIC

MRSA (Nose, Throat, Axilla, Perineal, Hairline, Groin, Other)

Section

Microbiology

Clinical indications

Respiratory infection or screening

Specimen requirement

Charcoal swab

Dispatch and handling instructions

Not applicable

Turnaround time

2 to 5 days

Synonym

Not applicable

Is it IS0 15189 accredited?

Yes