Aerobic Identification and Susceptibility
Also known as: Culture Identification Only, Identification Only, Bacteria, Organism Identification, Sensitivity Testing
Use
This test is for the identification of “routine” bacteria; for other bacterial species requiring more extensive biochemical testing, use test Reference Bacterial Culture Identification [008458] with test Susceptibility Testing, Aerobic and Facultatively Anaerobic Organisms [008680] at an additional charge.
Special Instructions
This test is specifically for the identification of routine bacteria. For bacterial species requiring more extensive biochemical testing, a different reference bacterial culture identification test should be used, which may incur additional charges. Pure isolates are required, and the identification of multiple organisms will result in additional fees.
Limitations
The test is limited to aerobic and facultatively anaerobic organisms. For other types of bacteria that require more advanced identification techniques, this test will not suffice. Mixed cultures and improperly labeled specimens are causes for rejection. Additional time may be needed for certain confirmatory tests.
Methodology
Mass Spectrometry
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 42803-7
- 42803-7
Result Turnaround Time
3-6 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Other
Volume
Viable colonies
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Agar slant in screw-cap container or a swab transport inoculated with the isolate from a pure culture.
Collection Instructions
Send pure culture on maintenance media. Maintain subculture at submitting laboratory.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Broken tube; improper labeling; mixed culture
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