Aerobic Bacterial Culture with up to 3 Susceptibilities from 1 Specimen

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionBacteriology
Test descriptionAerobic culture for bacteria with antimicrobial susceptibilities on up to 3 isolates from 1 specimen. If more than 3 isolates are cultured, lab will contact submitter to inquire if additional susceptibilities are desired (at additional cost). This is a fixed price; must select at submission.
SpeciesAll
Submission informationDetails
Sample typeAspirates, exudates, bodily fluids, fresh tissues, feces, swabs (nasal, oral, conjunctival, etc.)
Container
  • Leak proof primary container for tissues, fluids, feces.
  • Swabs must be kept moist; use transport media such as BBL CultureSwab Plus.
Special submission instructions
  • Please provide detailed description of sample source and type.
  • If zoonotic disease is suspected, label primary container and submission form “High Risk” and label shipping container “Special Handling”.
  • Ship with cold packs.
Turnaround time4-5 business days