Methicillin Resistance (MRSA) PCR
Section: Molecular Diagnostics
Fee: $33.00
Turnaround Time: 3–8 business days
Days Test Started: Tuesday, Thursday
Species: All Species
Specimen
Name
Container
Minimum Amount
Staphylococcus isolate
Culture plate or slant
Collection Information
GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.
REFRIGERATION - Refrigerate all samples until shipment. Please ensure the sample is a pure culture. Mixed cultures require additional isolation and identification at additional cost to the submitter.
Shipping Information
OVERNIGHT - Ship overnight in an insulated shipper with ice packs (pack absorptive material to collect moisture) DO NOT SHIP OVER THE WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY - NO SATURDAY DELIVERY
PAPERWORK - Package paperwork separately in a waterproof, sealable plastic bag. Ensure paperwork is complete and specimens are labeled for easily matching. If you are using CF.755 Multiple Animal Continuation Form, please include a hard copy and email a copy to addl@purdue.edu.
Additional Information
This test identifies the presence of the mecA gene which encodes an altered penicillin binding protein, rendering Staphylococcus resistant to beta lacatam antibiotics.- Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory Home
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