Anaerobic Culture
Test Schedule
| Lab | Lab section | Days | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| WADDL - Puyallup | Avian Health-Bacteriology | Mon-Fri | 2-7 days |
| WADDL - Pullman | Bacteriology | Mon-Fri | 2-7 days |
Price:
$45.00
Description
This test is used to isolate and identify most clinically significant anaerobic bacteria.
Specimens Required
- Fresh tissues
- Fluids
- Exudates
- Aspirates
- Pure bacterial isolates
Sampling Requirements
- Port-a-cul system or other obligate anaerobe transport media (Amies gel swabs are not appropriate)
- Please note specimens are not routinely pooled for anaerobic cultures unless requested.
For additional information on how to collect and submit a sample please visit our Submit a Sample page.
Collection Container
- Sterile, leak-proof container
- Port-a-cul system or other obligate anaerobe transport media (Amies gel swabs are not appropriate)
Packing Instructions
For additional information, please visit our Packing and Shipping page.
Special Instructions
If submitting swabs for culture Amies and Liquid Stuart transport media are not suitable for anaerobic culture, despite what their labeling may suggest. These media are primarily designed for use in human healthcare settings where samples are processed immediately, with minimal delay between collection and testing. For anaerobic cultures, it is essential to use dedicated anaerobic transport media or ESwabs to ensure sample integrity during transport.
Specimen must be refrigerated after collection and shipped on an ice pack unless the specimen are cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or joint specimen which must be kept at room temperature to maintain specimen integrity.
For Clostridium perfringens and Clostridioides difficile (formerly Clostridium difficile) please use the Test Search Tool for more specific information related to testing for these organisms. For histotoxic clostridia in muscle or liver please see the Histotoxic Clostridium Fluorescent Antibody Test.
Specimen must be refrigerated after collection and shipped on an ice pack unless the specimen are cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or joint specimen which must be kept at room temperature to maintain specimen integrity.
For Clostridium perfringens and Clostridioides difficile (formerly Clostridium difficile) please use the Test Search Tool for more specific information related to testing for these organisms. For histotoxic clostridia in muscle or liver please see the Histotoxic Clostridium Fluorescent Antibody Test.
Please note specimens are not routinely pooled for anaerobic cultures unless requested.
Ordering Instructions
For online test ordering please visit our Submit a Sample page for additional information.
To submit a specimen without submitting through our online portal please see our Forms page for fillable forms and further instruction.