Enteric Screen

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionBacteriology
Test descriptionIsolation and identification of common pathogenic enteric organisms such as E. coli, Salmonella spp., Clostridium perfringens, and Campylobacter jejuni
SpeciesBovine, Canine, Porcine
Submission informationDetails
Sample TypeFeces, GI tissue, rectal or fecal swabs
Container
  • Leak- proof primary container for tissues and feces
  • Swabs must be kept moist; use transport media such as BBL CultureSwab Plus.
  • Use a container from which air can be excluded; many enteric organisms are anaerobic.
  • Swabs are lower-yield than other samples; submit feces or tissues if possible.
Special submission instructions
  • If zoonotic disease is suspected (Salmonella), label primary container and submission form “High Risk” and label shipping container “Special Handling”.
  • Ship with cold packs.
Turnaround time4-6 business days