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Coxiella burnetii (rtPCR)
Detection of Coxiella burnetii, the causative agent of Q fever, by real time PCR.
One or more of the following: 1 g fresh liver or lung fetal tissue, fetal stomach content, 1 g placenta, 1-2 mL vaginal discharge, 1-2 mL milk, 1-2 mL colostrum.
Sampling Requirements
Fresh samples provide the most accurate results.Learn more about sending samples for molecular diagnostics testing in our online Education Library.
Collection Container
Sealed, leak-proof plastic bag or container.
Packing Instructions
Label all samples. Ship overnight on cold packs in an insulated container.