Salmonella/Shigella Culture (Stool)
| Test Name: | Salmonella/Shigella Culture (Stool) |
| Test Methodology: | Aerobic culture on selective media for isolation and identification of Salmonella and/or Shigella utilizing conventional biochemical, antisera agglutination, and MALDI-TOF (if applicable). |
| Test to be Performed: | Enteric Culture |
| CPT: | 87045 |
| Reflex Testing Criteria: | If Salmonella or Shigella sp. are identified, isolate will be submitted to the State’s Microbial Disease Laboratory for further testing (per Title 17 CCR). |
| Pre-Approval Required: | None |
| Accepted Specimens: | Stool (minimum volume: 1 g or 1 mL) collected in Para-Pak C&S. Rectal swabs in Amies transport medium are considered suboptimal. |
| Specimen Stability: | Stool in Para-Pak C&S (modification of Cary-Blair): 2-30°C within 4 days of collection. Frozen: Unacceptable Rectal Swab Plus Amies Charcoal 5-25°C within 24 hours of collection |
| Storage/Transport Conditions: | Ensure specimen is sent in container containing a screw-top cap that is secured with parafilm or tape. Ship with cold or ice packs using appropriate DOT/IATA approved shipping procedures. |
| Turnaround Time: | 4 days |
| Reference Range: | No Salmonella or Shigella sp. isolated |
| Comments: | For questions regarding submissions, please contact the lab for further information. |
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Ontario, CA 91761
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