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Streptococcus equi (rtPCR)
Detection of Streptococcus equi, the causative agent of strangles, by real time PCR.
One or more of the following: 1-3 mL guttural pouch washing, 1-3 mL pharyngeal wash, 1-3 mL nasal secretion, naso-pharyngeal swab, 1-2 g fresh lung, bacterial isolate.
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.