| Description |
This method is intended to confirm a carbapenemase producing Enterobacterales or PseudoMonas aeruginosa isolate. The mCIM can detect KPCs, metallo-beta-lactamases (NDM, VIM, IMP) and OXA types of carbapenemases but does not distinguish between classes. If carbapenemase production is confirmed, appropriate public health agencies will be notified per local requirements. |
| Department |
Microbiology |
| Fee |
$22 |
| Days Tested |
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri |
| Turnaround Time |
2-4 business days |
| Species |
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| Specimen |
Pure isolate of PseudoMonas aeruginosa that is not susceptible to one or more carbapenem antibiotics. Pure isolate of an Enterobacterales that is not susceptible to one or more carbapenem antibiotics. |
| Sampling Requirements |
Pure isolate |
| Collection Container |
Nutrient agar or blood agar plate. |
| Packaging Instructions |
Label all samples. Ship with an ice pack. Send culture isolate on a slant or plate with an ice pack. Follow Category B shipping guidelines. Overnight or 2-day shipping recommended. |
| Additional Information |
Please submit a copy of antibiotic susceptibility test results with completed general submission form. Animal species and site of sample collection are required. |