| Preferred Sample | Blood culture collection system |
| Fee | $25 |
| Schedule | Days Tested MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI Turnaround Time 2-7 days |
| Description | Isolation and identification of bacteria from blood. Sample must be submitted in blood culture bottle. An additional fee is charged for antibiotic susceptibilities. |
| Species | Bovine | Canine | Feline | Equine | Caprine | Porcine | Wildlife Exotic | Other |
| Shipping Requirements | For best results, ship samples overnight (if possible) at room temperature in a leak proof container. |
| Additional Instructions | Aseptic collection in an appropriate culture bottle are critical for recovery of organisms. Please visit our Microbiology page for blood culture collection instructions. Contact the laboratory with any questions. |