Anaerobic Culture
Section: Bacteriology
Fee: $26.00
Turnaround Time: 3 - 5 Business Days
Days Test Started: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday
Species: All Species
Specimen
Name
Container
Minimum Amount
Tissues
Sterile, Leakproof container
2cm3
Fluid
Sterile, Leakproof container
2mL
Swab
Anaerobic transport system
Collection Information
GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.
REFRIGERATION - Refrigerate all samples until shipment.
FRESH TISSUES - Collect tissues in sterile/clean containers (plastic jars or sealable plastic bags). Separate tissues in different containers and label with tissue type, animal ID, and owner name. For swabs, must use anaerobic transport systems (example: PortACul).
Shipping Information
LEAKS - Ensure all samples are in leakproof packages and clearly labeled with Tissue Type/Animal ID/Owner Name. Include absorptive material to collect any leaks - double bag any fresh tissues.
PAPERWORK - Package paperwork separately in a waterproof, sealable plastic bag. Ensure paperwork is complete and specimens are labeled for easy matching. If you are using CF.755 Multiple Animal Continuation Form, please include a hard copy and email a copy to addl@purdue.edu.
FRESH TISSUES - If shipping different tissue types, clearly label each container with owner and animal ID (if applicable) and sample/tissue type. Double bag ALL fresh tissues. If shipping different tissue types, clearly label each container with the owner and animal ID (if applicable) and sample/tissue type. Ship specimens overnight with an ice pack. DO NOT SHIP OVER WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY.
Additional Information
Antimicrobial susceptibility testing is not available for anaerobic organisms.- Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory Home
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