Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology
Requirement: Refer to UHNM screening policy for specific sites for pre-operative and admission screening
Turnaround Time: 1-3 days
Screens (Staph carrier)
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Culture for methicillin sensitive Staph aureus
Other Comments:
Collection container (including preservatives): Amies swab with charcoal
Special instructions -Reason for screening (e.g. pre-operative).
Specimen transport: If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature