Test Order Name - Enteric Culture for Identification (Enteric Bacteriology)
Methodology - Culture, biochemical identification, MALDI-TOF, 16s sequencing
Acceptable Specimen Type(s) for Testing - Pure isolates
Transport / Collection Medium - Transport on nutrient agar slant, packaged and sealed according to regulations.
Storage and Preservation of Specimen - Refrigerate until transported to the laboratory. Transport at room temperature.
Minimum Volume Required - None
Additional Collection Instructions - None
Additional Required Information - Include identification results with submission.
Send Out? - Yes
Turnaround Time - Up to 8 weeks
Testing Restrictions - None