Test Code CPO SCRN Carbapenemase Producing Organism (CPO) Screen, Rectal Swab

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Swab

Processing Instructions

Collect dual rectal swabs.

Stability

Stability: Room Temp up to 5 days

Performed Test Frequency

Sunday|Monday|Tuesday|Wednesday|Thursday|Friday

Methodology

PCR

CPT(s)

87798 X 5

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology

Cerner Test Code

CPO SCRN