CLIA Complexity: Non-Waived CPT Code: 87077 Sensitivity: 100% Specificity: 97% Latex agglutination slide test for the qualitative detection of Staphylococcus aureus from primary cultures Latex reagent responds to clumping factor and/or protein A, two characteristics associated with Staphylococcus aureus colonies from cultures Produces visible red agglutination on an opaque background when results are positive Unused reagents can safely be used up to expiration date stamped on the box with prompt recapping and refrigeration For in vitro diagnostic use