Bacillus anthracis
Service type
Molecular Diagnostics/PCR
Species
Bovine,
Camelid,
Caprine,
Ovine
Fee
No Charge (Reference Lab)
Days tested
As requested
Turnaround time
7 business days. Delay of results may occur due to outsourcing.
Specimen Requirements
1) Bacterial cultures 2) Blood 3) Tissue
Shipping container
1) Leakproof container 2) Tube 3) WHIRL-PAK or plastic bag
Coolant
Frozen gel packs
Location Term
Forwarded to Reference Lab
Submission Form(s)
Best Practice
Description
Testing is completed at the MN Department of Health. Following the guidelines listed under the Submitted Specimen Requirements will provide an adequate sample volume to conduct this test. If multiple tests are to be requested on a specimen, there may not be adequate sample volume to mee the requirements of each test. Please submit an adequate sample volume to mee the requirements of each test.