BOTULISM LABORATORY CONFIRMATION

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Submission requires a completed DASH form (https://www.cdc.gov/laboratory/specimen-submission/pdf/form-50-34.pdf) (link may require
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Once specimen(s) are received in lab, microbiology will contact the WV state office of lab services to obtain approval prior to submitting
specimens to CDC.
HELP Lab order: Specify: CDC-10132
Once specimen(s) are received in lab, microbiology will contact the WV state office of lab services to obtain approval prior to submitting specimens to CDC.

Test Code

1663251476

Preferred Specimen

Serum 5mL (red top or gold top) before anti-toxin administration
Fresh stool in leak-proof container (10 g)
Enema (with sterile non-bacteriostatic water)
Food in original container (unopened commercial products NOT tested)

Instructions

Foodborne botulism: serum, stool, enema, food. Although not ideal, gastric contents may also be submitted.
Wound botulism: serum, debrided tissue, swab from wounds, stool (only if foodborne is also suspected).
Infant botulism: stool, enema, rectal swabs, potential sources (honey, opened formula, etc.)

Specimen Stability

Delivered to laboratory ASAP, refrigerate upon receipt in lab

Setup Schedule

Specimens shipped to CDC on Mon-Thursday ONLY.

Report Available

Final written reports are provided within 12 weeks. Preliminary results may be available within 48 hours of specimen receipt.

Performing Laboratory
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention RDSB/STAT Unit 26 1600 Clifton Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30329

The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.