Clostridium perfringens (toxin genotyping) (PCR)

Preferred Sample

Culture

Fee

$52

Schedule

Days Tested

MON

Turnaround Time

1-3 business days from test day if type A. Up to 4 weeks for types other than type A.

Description

This assay targets the DNA of the toxin genes cpa (α-toxin), cpb (β-toxin), etx (ε-toxin), itxA (ι-toxin), and cpe (enterotoxin) from the bacterium Clostridium perfringens.

Species

Bovine | Canine | Equine | Ovine | Porcine

Shipping Requirements

To ensure inclusion in the test run, samples should arrive the day prior to test day.