Tritrichomonas foetus PCR*

Tritrichomonas foetus PCR*
SPECIES
Bovine
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular
SETUP DAY
Upon request
SPECIMEN AMOUNT AND TYPE
Send samples inoculated into any of the following: BioMed InPouch; BioMed TF-Transit tube; 15 mL centrifuge tube with 3-5 mL PBS.
SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Freeze samples after collection. Ship with frozen gel pack.
PRICE
Tube $22.00, Pouch $24.00. Samples containing PCR inhibitors will be subject to an additional processing fee of $33/sample. If clarified testing remains inhibited, samples will be resulted as indeterminate, and recollection will be required.
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS

Samples for PCR testing do not require incubation. Freeze samples after collection.

TIME REQUIRED
2-5 days Turnaround times may be delayed due to seasonal factors.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL

Bulls: collect smegma from glans penis/swab prepuce sheath

Cows: collect cervical mucus or vaginal discharge

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Samples where it appears there are inhibitors present require additional testing. There is an extra charge for these samples.