Department of Population Health, PDRC Diagnostic Services and Teaching Laboratory, Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center
Test Code: BCAC
Species: Not applicable
Preferred Specimen
Pure bacterial culture
Acceptable Specimen
Pure bacterial culture
Collection Protocol
Aseptically swab infected area or send fresh tissue. Bacterial cultures may be sent on slants or in broth. If needed, contact lab for specific protocols OR submit a pure bacterial culture.
Section
Bacteriology
In State Price
$29.62
Out Of State Price
Additional 12% surcharge
Method
Pure isolates are identified using bench tests, API strips, MALDI-Tof, 16s gene sequencing. MALDI-Tof and 16s are outsourced to the Athens Diagnostic Laboratory.
Test Days and Turnaround
Monday - Friday; 3-10 business days
Shipping Requirements
Ship samples or isolates on slants with ample ice packs in insulated container. DO NOT FREEZE. If shipping isolated organisms, please ensure the appropriate permit (domestic vs. international, which can be found on our website) is included with the shipment.
Ship To Address
Attn: Diagnostic Lab
Poultry and Diagnostic Research Center (PDRC)
953 College Station Rd
Athens, Georgia, 30602
USA
Contact Information
For any questions regarding prices, sample collection, testing, shipping requirements, and permits please call (706) 542-5657 or email [email protected]. Prices are subject to change without notice.
