Culture, Campylobacter

Test Code
CM225
Results:
3-4 days.
Specimen
2.0 grams of feces in sterile container or in Campylobacter-Thioglycollate broth (Campy-Thio broth).
Test Description
Use this test when a Campylobacter infection is suspected to be the cause of gastroenteritis that is not responding to conservative management.

Interferences: Antibiotic therapy, submission of a dried swab.