There is a schedule of charges for identification. Please contact the laboratory at sbl@esr.cri.nz prior to referral.
Area |
Health Science |
Lab name |
Special Bacteriology Laboratory |
Lab location |
Kenepuru Science Centre, Porirua |
Test name |
Identification of aerobic non-enteric bacteria |
Organisms |
Aerobic non-enteric bacteria |
Requested for surveillance |
no |
Notice required |
no |
Sample requirements |
Pure viable culture |
Pre-transport requirements |
Ambient temperature |
Transport requirements |
Send at ambient temperature without delay |
Unacceptable sample types |
Mixed culture, non-viable culture |
How results reported |
The report will contain the identification of the organism, to the species level if possible, and the method/s used. |
Referral link |