| Description |
This assay targets the DNA of virulence factors including Shiga-like toxin I (Stx1), Shiga-like toxin II (Stx2), eaeA gene protein product Intimin, F41 pilus, K99 (F5) pilus, and heat stable toxin a (Sta).FECAL only submissions will be charged for the E. coli PCR, general investigations and tissue samples will be covered under other fees. |
| Department |
Molecular Diagnostics (PCR) |
| Fee |
$44 |
| Days Tested |
Mon (June - December), Mon | Thu (January - May) |
| Turnaround Time |
1-3 business days from test day |
| Species |
Bovine, Caprine, Wildlife Exotic, Other |
| Specimen |
Culture |
| Sampling Requirements |
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| Collection Container |
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| Packaging Instructions |
Label all specimens. To ensure inclusion in the test run, samples should arrive the day prior to test day. |
| Additional Information |
There is no charge for this assay if it is part of a scours case. |