Toxoplasma gondii RealPCR (IDEXX)
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Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Referral |
| Sample Comment | Feces - 5 grams, EDTA whole blood - 2 mL or CSF - 0.5 mL |
| Turnaround Time | 1 Week |
| Species | Canine, Feline |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Specimines Container | Purple top tube or sterile screw top container |
| Shipping & Handling | Refrigerate up to 10 days. Fresh tissue refrigerate up to 24 hours, freeze for longer storage. Ship on ice packs. |
Additional Information
Tissue aspirates (on swab preferred), fresh tissue, or formalin fixed, paraffin embedded tissue are also acceptable. Collect specimen prior to antibiotic administration.