Enteric Aerobic Culture

Test Schedule
Lab Lab section Days Turnaround
WADDL - Pullman Bacteriology Mon-Fri 2-7 days
WADDL - Puyallup Avian Health-Bacteriology Mon-Fri 2-7 days
Price: $40.00
Description
  • Enteric aerobic culture is used to isolate and identify aerobic bacterial pathogens involved in gastrointestinal illness in animals. Organisms routinely assessed include Salmonella spp., Yersinia enterocolitica, and pathogenic Escherichia coli. Target pathogens may vary based on the animal’s species, age, and clinical history.
Specimens Required
  • Fresh feces (1-2 grams)
  • Intestinal tissue
Important: Swabs are not an appropriate specimen type for this test and will not yield reliable results.
Sampling Requirements
For additional information on how to collect and submit a sample please visit our Submit a Sample page.
Collection Container
  • Sterile, leak-proof container
Packing Instructions
For additional information, please visit our Packing and Shipping page.
Special Instructions
For companion animal submissions the lab typically performs a Campylobacter culture in conjunction with the enteric aerobic culture unless otherwise requested. 

If submitting for multiple tests, for example parasitology testing, it is recommended to submit 5-10 grams of feces. 
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.
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