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Lab Test Details

Francisella tularensis Culture and Confirm

Updated4/24/2023
Search Terms
 F. tularensis Culture; Tularemia Culture; Rabbit Fever Culture
How to Order

On the General Microbiology Test Request Form (OHA0060), in the “Select Agent Testing” section, check the “Francisella tularensis” box.

Notify the OSPHL General Microbiology testing section before sending at 503-693-4100.

AvailabilityAll clients
Performed Daily on regular business days

Stat processing available 24/7 for critical situations with prior approval.
Time to ReportingWithin 4 working days after receipt of specimen. Rule out or presumptive identification available within one working day of receipt by special request.

The OSPHL prioritizes this testing whenever possible; results may be released sooner than the published turnaround time.
Public Health Data
De-identified data from F. tularensis testing are shared with the Laboratory Response Network (LRN) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as part of surveillance.
CPT Code87077, 87801


Specimen Collection Details

CollectionActively growing isolated organism, in pure culture, on an agar slant or plate media.

In rare circumstances, the OSPHL can accept primary clinical specimens. Consult with the OSPHL if this is needed.
Optimal VolumeN/A
Minimum VolumeN/A
HandlingSeal sample(s) in primary and secondary containers. Store sample(s) at refrigerated temperatures (2-8°C) or room temperatures (20-25°C) pending transport. Do not freeze.
Transport

Package specimens to maintain refrigerated or room temperatures during transport. Do not freeze.

Follow Department of Transportation shipping requirements.

Rejection CriteriaSpecimens are subject to the requirements of the OSPHL Specimen Submission Policy (pdf).
Comments

Original material submitted for testing is retained for 7 calendar days after receipt at the laboratory.

Please refer to the ASM Sentinel Lab Guidelines. Samples may be forwarded to the CDC for further characterization if needed. For additional information or assistance, please contact the laboratory at 503-693-4100.

Method Details

MethodologyLRN reference procedures for bacterial biochemical identification, DFA and PCR
Performance
Specifications

Method Performance Specifications determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please contact the CDC for specifications if needed.


Change Log

4/24/2023
Updated Methodology and URL in Comments; Added Public Health Data section

3/15/2021

Reviewed; no changes made