ETEC (Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli) PCR Panel
ETEC
Conventional PCR, Real-time PCR
This test detects enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) from clinical specimens using conventional culture and real-time PCR methods.
3-5 days
Specimens: Stool or rectal swabs preserved in Para-Pak C&S, modified Cary-Blair or equivalent transport media.
Minimum volumes:
Rectal swab: shows visible trace of fecal material and is immersed in transport media.
Stool specimen: transport media vial filled with approximately 5 ml of stool.
This organism is reportable and submission of clinical materials is required by the MN Reportable Disease Rule 4605.7000 - 4605.7900 (https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/reportable/rule/index.html).
Store at ambient (8°C to 25°C) temperature. Ship at ambient (8°C to 25°C) or refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) temperature.