Synonyms
IB
Specimen Type
Stool
Performing Lab
CA Dept of Public Health Infant Botulism Lab
Epic ID
Other Referenct Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
24-96 Hours
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.2-5 g Stool, enema, or rectal wash
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Phsycians seeking testing for their patients should fist call the IBTPP on-call physician at (510) 231-7600 prior to specimen submission to provide case information and review indications for testing. Testing will not be initiated without clinical consultation with IBTPP on-call physician.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Rejection Criteria
Containers containing fixatives
Test Volume Required
5 g Stool
Minimum Test Volume
0.2 g Stool or 5mL Enema Stool
Processing Instructions
Complete a Laboratory Universal send out requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated Monday-Thursday only, no weekends or holidays. Keep the specimen refrigerated at all time. DO NOT FREEZE. Ship the specimen in a styrofoam box with cold-packs. DO NOT USE DRY ICE. Do not delay shipping (even if specimen is of small quantity or appears dilute)-definitive diagnosis of the patient requires promt laboratory analysis. Additional specimens may be requested if necessary. Call Infant Botulism Laboratory at 510-231-7676 with any questions regarding specimen quantity or quality. Expedite the specimen via "Priority Overnight" (FedEx) or equivalent shipping. Please visit websit www.infantbotulism.org for more information.
Revised
11-09-17
Initials
SL