Test Code CSTAPH Culture Staph aureus
Cerner Test Code
C Staph
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Culturette
Processing Instructions
Collect swabs with Culturette swab.
Stability
Stability: 24 hours optimal, 72 hours accepted
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
87081
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology
Rejection Criteria
Rejection Criteria: refrigerated