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Laboratory test of a blood sample reveals the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that are resistant to the antibiotic methicillin.
Used to document confirmed bloodstream infection with MRSA.
"Patient presented with fever and chills. Blood cultures positive for methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus."
Positive blood culture results confirm the presence of MRSA in the bloodstream, indicating bacteremia and guiding antibiotic treatment.
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