Condition
STAPH medical abbreviation
STAPH means "Staphylococcus".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for STAPH), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What STAPH means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus | None | Charting, Problem lists |
Also written: staph.
Example
Sample culture result: "staph."
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What does STAPH mean in medical terms?
STAPH means "Staphylococcus".
Where is STAPH used?
STAPH shows up in charting and problem lists. Its category here is condition.
Is STAPH on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. STAPH is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.