Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli - serotyping by agglutination (e.g. E. coli K1; EPEC; O157, etc.) Referred Test
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STYPB
Synonyms
- EPEC
- Escherichia coli K1
- O157
Specialty
Infectious
Clinical significance
Identification of the serotype (or serotyping) based on the detection of antigens O (wall), H (flagella) and/or K (capsule) (agglutination). Serotyping is used to identify E. coli K1, EHEC (O157) and EPEC serotypes.
Preanalytics
- On isolated freshly transplanted Escherichia coli bacterial strain, stool, vaginal swab
- Reftrigerated
- A tube specifically for this analysis : No
Further information
Enclose the specific request form B18 : Bacteriology-Parasitology-Mycology
The prescription for this examination must be accompanied by the patient's clinical and therapeutic background
Container : Sterile red-capped bottle for stool collection, AMIES-type transport medium for vaginal swabs or Petri dish or agar tube (strain).
HUS context for E.coli O157 testing
Transit time: Chilled for 48 hours at 2 to 8°C (stool, vaginal swab) or room temperature < 5 days (strain)
Specific equipment available
- S14: Special mycobacteria transport bags are to be used
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Methodology
serotyping by agglutination
Turnaround time
Refered Test
Caption
Referred TestThe pre-analytical conditions and prices are defined on the basis of the requirements of the performing laboratory.