Pre-Approval Required
None
Supplemental Information or Form
The
submitting laboratory is encouraged to isolate STEC and submit suspect isolates
along with broth. Bacterial Culture for Identification Form “LAB
446” is required for submission of samples.
Performed on Specimens From
Human source
Acceptable Sample/Specimen Type for Testing
GN
or MAC Broth positive by Shiga toxin testing
Minimum
volume required:
5 ml (broth)
Minimum Volume Required
5
ml (broth)
Storage & Preservation of Sample/Specimen Prior to Shipping
Store
specimen at 4°C.
Transport
For
isolates accompanying broth, ship cultures on nonselective nutrient or similar
agar in tubes with leak-proof screw cap closures.
Sample/Specimen Labeling
Testing
subject to CLIA regulations require two patient identifiers on the specimen
container and the test requisition.
Shipping Instructions which Include Specimen Handling Requirements
Ship
at ambient temperature.
Test Methodology
Isolation,
Phenotypic Identification, PCR, Vero Cell Assay
Turnaround Time
15 to 45 days
Interferences & Limitations
None
Additional Information
None
MDL Points of Contact
MDL
- Foodborne & Waterborne Diseases Section (510) 412-3796, Monday-Friday
8 AM to 5 PM PT