Test Order

LRN Biothreat Multi-Agent Screening - Environmental
CDC-10430

Synonym(s)

Screening for Bacillus anthracis, Brucella spp., Burkholderia mallei, Burkholderia pseudomallei, Francisella tularensis, Yersinia pestis, Orthopoxvirus, and ricin toxin.

CDC Pre-Approval Needed

Jennifer Folster
(404) 639-3668
apz5@cdc.gov

Melissa Whaley
(404) 639-3920
dbq3@cdc.gov

Supplemental Information Required

Please contact Dr. Jennifer Folster at (404) 639-3668 or apz5@cdc.gov, for the required supplemental form and packaging and shipping requirements.

Supplemental Form

None

Performed on Specimens from

Food/Environmental/Medical Devices/Biologics

Acceptable Sample/ Specimen Type for Testing

Bulk sampling of visible materials (e.g., powders, liquids, etc.) and/or sampling from contaminated surfaces (e.g., with polyester swabs).

Minimum Volume Required

Dependent on Specimen Type

Collection, Storage, and Preservation of Specimen Prior to Shipping

Dry swabs or powders can be stored and shipped at room temperature. Liquid samples should be held and shipped at 4 °C.

Transport Medium

None

Specimen Labeling

Research or surveillance specimens may be labeled according to protocol. Labels should not include personally identifiable information. The results reported should NOT be used for diagnosis, treatment, assessment of health or management of the individual patient.

Shipping Instructions which Include Specimen Handling Requirements

CDC does not accept routine shipments on weekends or holidays. Please make sure packages arrive Monday - Friday. If weekend delivery is necessary, please contact laboratory upon shipment.

Ship to:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

RDSB/STATT Unit 49A

1600 Clifton Road, NE

Atlanta, GA 30329

All samples must be shipped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

Methodology

Culture Isolation, Real Time PCR, Time-Resolved Fluorescence

Turnaround Time

7 Days

Interferences & Limitations

Dependent on sample type

Additional Information

Turnaround time is dependent on test and sample type.

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