Aliases
Botulism, Botulinum toxin, Cbot
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Test Name
Clostridium botulinum Rule-out
Test Code
CBOTRO
Methodology
Culture, Functional toxin assay (mouse bioassay)
Overview/Supplementary
This test detects Clostridium botulinum from clinical specimens using a mouse bioassay. Real-time PCR may also be performed to help target the toxin type for the Mouse Bioassay. PCR results will not be reported.
Turn Around Time
7-14 days
Specimen Requirements
Specimens: Call IDL emergency response on-call phone 612-282-3723 for requirements for specimen submission.
Refer to Botulism Testing and Shipping Requirements (PDF) for specimen requirements.
Special Considerations
Contact Infectious Disease Epidemiology Prevention and Control (IDEPC) at 651-201-5414 or 877-676-5414 before requesting this test.
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).
Transport/Stability
Call IDL emergency response on-call phone 612-282-3723 for shipping conditions and additional specimen submission requirements.
Interface/Codes
LOINC: 33696-6
Test Resource ID
884