These results indicate that some samples were potentially
positive for viable MRSA cells below the detection limit of the
assay (50 cells/g). The survival of MRSA from heat-injured
cells could also explain the results from the enrichment
experiment. This could be a result of the bacteria being
exposed to a high temperature for shorter periods of time. It is
obvious, however, that grilling sliced bacon at high temperatures
is sufficient to greatly reduce the risk of MRSA survival.