DefIDBrucella
Synonym(s): |
Brucellosis, Brucella abortus, Brucella canis, Brucella melitensis, Brucella suis |
Requisition Form |
G-27A |
Test Description |
Culture Identification for Brucella species |
Pre-Approval Needed |
Must notify BioThreat Team prior to sample submission: (512) 689-5537 |
Supplemental Information Required |
N/A |
Supplemental Form(s) |
N/A |
Performed on Specimens from (sources) |
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Sample/Specimen Type for Testing |
Pure culture isolates |
Minimum Volume/Size Required |
1 agar slant or plate |
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping |
Culture isolates
Environmental samples
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Transport Medium |
N/A |
Specimen Labeling |
Human • Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number) Non-Human or Environmental • Sample identification must match submission form. |
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements |
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Method |
Conventional biochemical methods |
Turn-around Time |
Preliminary results 1 day after receipt, final results 1 - 21 days |
Interferences/Limitations |
Material must be viable. Improper storage or shipping temperatures may limit organism recovery. |
Common Causes for Rejection |
Insufficient quantity, unacceptable specimen type or source, improper shipping conditions, expired media or collection container, discrepancies between specimen label and submission form, and/or incomplete or missing submission form |
Additional Information |
Will be paired with PCR: Brucella species |