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 $26.00, Pouch $32.00. Samples containing PCR inhibitors may require additional testing and incur additional charges - see additional information below.
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

If inhibitors are present, a dilution and retest can be run for $20. If the dilution and retest is still showing signs of inhibition, a clarification reextraction and retest can be run for $33. If inhibition remains, the sample(s) will be resulted as indeterminate.

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