Test Order Name - Shigella Specimens for Isolation
Synonym(s) - Shigella Clearance, Shigella Culture
Methodology - Culture, biochemical identification, slide agglutination
Acceptable Specimen Type(s) for Testing - Stool specimens in PARA-PAK C&S.
Transport / Collection Medium - Stool in PARA-PAK C&S.
Storage and Preservation of Specimen - Mix well after collection. Refrigerate, and deliver to the laboratory within 3 days of collection.
Minimum Volume Required - Fill to line (do NOT overfill).
Additional Collection Instructions - None
Additional Required Information - None
Send Out? - No
Turnaround Time - 7 business days (Monday through Friday)
Testing Restrictions - Performed only for San Francisco Communicable Disease Control.
Limitations / Notes / Disclaimers - None