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Rickettsial Culture

Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:RICK C
Specimen Types:Blood
Tissue
Fluid
Container Types:
EDTA 10 mL
Plain 70mL pot
Adults Volume or Mass:4 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:A separate container is required for this test.

Note: Can share tube with Rickettsial PCR.

Transport Instructions between Sites and/or Laboratories:Room Temperature
Assay Frequency:Weekly
External Laboratory:Australian Rickettsial Reference Laboratory
Additional Notes:

Culture reported after 60 days.