The MRSA PCR Rapid test conducted from samples taken from the nose or groin is a rapid molecular diagnostic test used to detect the presence of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria. The test is important because it offers rapid and accurate detection of MRSA colonization. It supports early intervention, effective infection control, appropriate treatment decisions, outbreak management, and ultimately contributes to improving patient safety and reducing the burden of MRSA infections in healthcare settings.
