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Renibacterium salmoninarum (BKD) PCR

Section: Molecular Diagnostics

Fee: $33.00

Turnaround Time: 2–3 business days

Days Test Started: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Species: Fish

Specimen

Name Container Minimum Amount
KidneySealed, LeakProof Container or Whirl pak 2.5 g
OviductSealed, Leakproof Container or Whirlpak2-5 g
Ovarian FluidLeakproof Container1-2 ml
Culture IsolateCulture Plate or Slant

Collection Information

GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.
REFRIGERATION - Refrigerate all samples until shipment.
FRESH TISSUES - Collect tissues in sterile/clean containers (plastic jars or sealable plastic bags). Separate tissues in different containers and label with tissue type, animal ID, and owner name.

Shipping Information

OVERNIGHT - Ship overnight in an insulated shipper with ice packs (pack absorptive material to collect moisture) DO NOT SHIP OVER THE WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY - NO SATURDAY DELIVERY
LEAKS - Ensure all samples are in leak proof packages and clearly labeled with Tissue Type/Animal ID/Owner Name. Include absorptive material to collect any leaks - double bag any fresh tissues.
PAPERWORK - Package paperwork separately in a waterproof, sealable plastic bag. Ensure paperwork is complete and specimens are labeled for easily matching. If you are using CF.755 Multiple Animal Continuation Form, please include a hard copy and email a copy to addl@purdue.edu.
FRESH TISSUES - If shipping different tissue types, clearly label each container with owner and animal ID (if applicable) and sample/tissue type. Double bag ALL fresh tissues.