Test Order ā STEC Isolation for Enrichment Broth
Pre-Approval Required
None
Supplemental Information or Form
The submitting laboratory is encouraged to isolate STEC and submit suspect isolates along with broth.
Form LAB 414 is required for submission of the broth and Form LAB 446 is required for submission of suspect STEC isolates.
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 4Ā°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
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