Pre-Op Staph Aureus Culture Screen
Alternate Names
MSSA, Methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA, Methicillin resistant Staph aureus
SoftLab Order Code
CXSAS
Epic Order Name
PRE-OP STAPH AUREUS CULTURE SCREEN
Epic Order ID
LAB3390
Tests Included
MSSA
MRSA
Culture/No smear
Laboratory
Raleigh
Sample Type
Nares (swab obtained from both nares)
Collection Container
E- Swab
Collecting Volume
One swab
Causes for Rejection
Sources other than NP
Instructions
CPT Codes
87081