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CRE Screen

Alternative Names:Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaciae Screen
CRE Culture
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:CREC
Specimen Types:Swab
Sputum
Urine Catheter
Container Types:
Dry Swab
Plain 70mL pot
Collection & Request Instructions:

A rectal swab is the preferred specimen for this test.

Screening performed at the request of Infection Prevention only.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Daily