Carbapenemase producing organism screen
Code
MDR
Sample Reqs
STM (rectal)
Turnaround
4-5 days ‡
Special instructions
‡ Presumptive positive isolates will be sent to the UKHSA reference laboratory for confirmation.
Sample type guide
STM
Orange/Blue swab for culture – swab in transport medium
Related specialties
Additional information
Updated Saturday, 14 December 2024