| Name |
Salmonella enteritidis PCR |
| Section |
Molecular Diagnostics |
| Specimen |
Bacterial culture |
| Special Instructions |
Culture is the preferred method for Salmonelladetection. For routine requests, please submit samples for Salmonella culture through the bacteriology section. This real-time PCR is only run
with prior approval. Please contact the UVDL for approval, additional information, and turn-around times before submitting samples. |
| Price |
$45.00/ea. |
| Laboratory |
Logan |
| Test Days |
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| Turnaround Time |
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| Description |
Screening test to detect Salmonella ser. Enteritidis by conventional PCR. A presumptive positive result is confirmed by standard reference methods. A pooling fee is added to shell egg samples. This test is part of the FDA Egg Safety Rule. The rule requires that measures designed to prevent Salmonella ser. Enteritidis (SE) be adopted by virtually all egg producers with 3,000 or more laying hens whose shell eggs are not processed with a treatment, such as pasteurization, to ensure their safety. |
| Sampling Requirements |
Unbroken whole, fresh, non-incubated eggs. |
| Collection Container |
Leak-proof container/bag. |
| Packing Instructions |
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| Species |
Avian |
