Botulism (Clostridium botulinum) MIT (Guelph)
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| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Referral |
| Sample Comment | Serum - 1 mL (initial testing) plus 1 mL serum per toxin type tested (Avian samples require a minimum of 1 mL serum); wet or heavy material - 10 to 30 grams; intact cans of pet food; gallon sized bag of lightweight material such as hay. |
| Turnaround Time | 7 Weeks |
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Specimines Container | Red top tube or leak proof container |
| Shipping & Handling | Ship on ice packs. |