Section: Bacteriology
Fee: See Below
Turnaround Time: 2–7 business days
Days Test Started: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Species: All Species
| Name | Container | Minimum Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tissues | Sterile container, no additives | 1cm3 |
| Fluid | Sterile container, no additives | 1mL |
| Swab | Commercial culturette/Cotton tipped swab (See Collection Information) |
GENERAL—Label all containers with the appropriate information: Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, and Date. For swabs, use a commercially available culture system OR a cotton-tipped swab. Submit the cotton-tipped swab in a sterile, leakproof tube with 0.5 mL sterile saline.
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. If shipping different tissue types, clearly label each container with owner and animal ID (if applicable) and sample/tissue type. Ship specimens overnight with an ice pack. DO NOT SHIP OVER WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY.
