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Cross-comparison of test results
| Criterion and test result | No. of MRSA-positive results | No. of MRSA-negative results |
|---|---|---|
| 30-Day criterion | ||
| MRSA in blood culture | 54 | 14 |
| MSSA in blood culture | 12 | 155 |
| Ever-positive criterion | ||
| MRSA in blood culture | 75 | 13 |
| MSSA in blood culture | 22 | 155 |
| Known-positive criterion | ||
| MRSA in blood culture | 75 | 32 |
| MSSA in blood culture | 22 | 280 |
