Brachyspira Duplex PCR (B. hyodysenteriae and B. hampsonii)

Section: Molecular Diagnostics

Fee: $44.00

Turnaround Time: 1 – 2 business days

Days Test Started: Wednesday, Friday

Species: Porcine

Specimen

Name

Container

Minimum Amount

Feces

Leakproof container

10-20 grams


Colon content

Leakproof container

10-20 grams


Colon

Leakproof container

Several segments, 2-3 inches long


Fecal swab

Leakproof container



Collection Information

FECES - Collect feces in a leak proof container (sealable plastic bag or jar - do NOT submit in gloves). Collect feces that is free of debris and bedding.
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
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.

Additional Information
Also available as part of the Porcine Enteric Pathogen Panel PCR (Salmonella, Lawsonia, Brachyspira).

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