Confirmation of positive/ test of clearance
Swabs, Urine
Charcoal Swabs, White top Universal Container (Urine)
For electronic requesting using EPIC (RDUH ONLY):
Search for: ‘MRSA Screen (full screen)‘ or test code ‘O1230212‘ – read the guidance and select the appropriate tests
Processed locally in Microbiology at RDUH
24-48 Hours
SMI B 29: investigation of specimens for screening for MRSA
MRSA Screening – Lab Tests Online UK
Specimen Labelling Procedure
9018
