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Antech Diagnostics Test Guide

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  • Cross Match, Additional Donor 2

    Test Code
    T345
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Donor ID, Major and Minor Cross Match
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top or white top tube. Serum in serum separator tube is acceptable but not preferred; 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube. Samples for recipient and each donor. Tubes labeled as Recipient and Donor.
    Test Description
    Screens for pre-existing antibodies directed against red cell antigens to determine serological compatibility prior to transfusion. If serum, as well as whole blood, is submitted both minor and major cross-match will be performed. This test is not intended for use in determining pre-breeding compatibility testing, neonatal isoerythrolysis, or the prevention of neonatal isoerythrolysis.

  • Crypto, Giardia Ag, Clostridium Enterotoxin

    Test Code
    SA350
    Results:
    1-7 days
    Component
    Clostridium perfringens Enterotoxin, Giardia (FA), Cryptosporidium (FA), Giardia Ag ELISA
    Specimen
    10 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    A panel that can be considered when suspecting Clostridium perfringens, Cryptosporidium spp., or Giardia spp. as the cause for gastroenteritis. Submission includes Cryptosporidium spp., Giardia spp. evaluated by FA, Clostridium perfringens enterotoxin assessment and a Giardia Antigen (Ag) ELISA detection.

  • Cryptococcus Ag

    Test Code
    T550
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Cryptococcal Ag
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube, or cerebrospinal fluid in leak-proof, plain transport tube.
    Test Description
    Used as a diagnostic test for Cryptococcosis. Detects the presence of Cryptococcal Antigen (Ag).

  • Crystallographic Stone Analysis

    Test Code
    S16735
    Results:
    2-3 days
    Component
    Nidus Composition, Stone Composition, Shell Composition
    Specimen
    Submit dry stone(s) collected in red top tube or in plain, sterile tube or container.
    Note:
    Stone submitted in formalin is not acceptable as formalin can affect the mineral composition.
    Test Description
    Antech’s stone analysis provides quantitative data on the composition of each stone, evaluating both the core (nidus) and outer layers. Reports include dietary recommendations to guide selection of the most appropriate nutritional profile for the patient, based on the stone’s specific mineral makeup. These insights support individualized dietary and lifestyle strategies to help minimize recurrence risk, as stone composition often reflects the patient’s diet and urinary chemistry.

  • CSF Protein

    Test Code
    CSFPR
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    CSF Protein
    Specimen
    0.3 mL cerebrospinal fluid in lavender or red top tube
    Test Description
    CSF protein concentration also a component of Fluid Analysis CSF (Code ‘CSF’); this is the individual test.

  • Culture ID

    Test Code
    M070
    Results:
    2-4 days
    Component
    Culture ID
    Specimen
    Culturette from fluid (body cavity fluids), TTW, BAL, wound, lesion, skin, or environmental sample. Tissue sample in saline.
    Test Description
    This test is for bacterial culture and identification only. No sensitivity is performed.

  • Culture- Aerobic

    Test Code
    M020
    Results:
    3-4 days
    Component
    Aerobic culture and MIC sensitivity testing
    Specimen
    Culturette from fluid (body cavity fluids), TTW, BAL, milk, wound,
    lesion, skin. Tissue sample in saline (at least 2cm x 2cm preferred).
    A separate sample should be submitted for each culture
    source.
    Test Description
    This test is used when an aerobic bacterial infection is suspected in a tissue or fluid. In the case of a positive culture of relevant bacteria, sensitivities are performed and reported.

  • Culture- Aerobic (Blood)

    Test Code
    M060
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    Aerobic Blood Culture
    Specimen
    Whole blood collected in BD Bactec Blood Culture Bottle (BCB) with 1-3 mL whole blood added to bottle.
    Test Description
    This test is utilized when bacteremia with an aerobic organism is suspected. Submit a single sample in a BACTEC bottle.

  • Culture- Aerobic and Anaerobic

    Test Code
    M040
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    Aerobic Culture, Anaerobic Culture
    Specimen
    Culturette for aerobic and anaerobic culture set-up
    Test Description
    This test is used when a bacterial infection is suspected in a tissue or fluid, but it is uncertain whether an aerobic or an anaerobic organism is the cause.

  • Culture- Aerobic and Anaerobic (Blood)

    Test Code
    M061
    Results:
    5 days
    Component
    Blood Aerobic and Anaerobic Culture
    Specimen
    Whole blood collected in two separate BD Bactec Blood
    Culture Bottles (BCB): 1 aerobic BD Bactec BCB with 1-3 mL
    whole blood added to bottle and 1 anaerobic BD Bactec BCB
    with 8-10 mL whole blood added to bottle.
    Test Description
    This test is utilized when bacteremia is suspected. Submit a single sample in two separate BACTEC bottles as required for aerobic and anaerobic culture.

  • Culture- Aerobic and Anaerobic (Urine)

    Test Code
    M135
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    Aerobic Urine Culture, Anaerobic Urine Culture
    Specimen
    0.5 mL cystocentesis, clean catch or catheterized urine in sterile container
    Test Description
    Aerobic culture performed by FIRSTract methodology followed by standard plating in cases of positive growth. Anaerobic culture performed by standard plating but sensitivities are not performed.

  • Culture- Aerobic and Fungal

    Test Code
    M050
    Results:
    3-21 days
    Component
    Aerobic Culture, Fungal Culture
    Specimen
    Aerobic culture: Culturette
    Fungal culture: Dry hair, nails, skin scraping, body fluid, or lesion material collected in a sterile non-additive tube
    Test Description
    This test is used when an aerobic bacterial infection or fungal infection is suspected in a tissue or fluid.

  • Culture- Anaerobic

    Test Code
    M030
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    Anaerobic culture with identification of organism(s)
    Specimen
    Culturette from fluid (body cavity fluids), TTW, BAL, milk, wound,
    lesion, skin. Tissue sample (at least 2cm x 2cm preferred) in
    sterile, air tight container. A separate sample should be
    submitted for each culture source
    Test Description
    This test is used when an anaerobic bacterial infection is suspected in a tissue or fluid.

  • Culture- Campylobacter

    Test Code
    CAMP
    Results:
    3-4 days
    Component
    Campylobacter Culture
    Specimen
    2.0 grams 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.

  • Culture- Dermatophytes

    Test Code
    M240
    Results:
    3 weeks
    Component
    Dermatophytes Culture
    Specimen
    Hair, nails, or skin scraping in plain container
    Test Description
    Use this test to investigate ringworm (dermatophyte fungal infections) as a cause for skin lesions.

  • Culture- Environmental

    Test Code
    M076
    Results:
    3-4 days
    Component
    Aerobic Culture of environmental sample
    Specimen
    Culturette of environmental sample (e.g., anesthesia equipment, surgical table, kennel, etc.)

  • Culture- Feces

    Test Code
    M160
    Results:
    3-4 days
    Component
    Fecal culture
    Specimen
    5 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container. Submission
    in lavender top tube (with EDTA) is not acceptable.
    Test Description
    Culture specifically evaluates for Salmonella, Shigella, and Campylobacter spp. Fecal PCR testing is more sensitive and tests for a broader array of potential pathogens.

    See L950 Equine Gastrointestinal PCR Panel for additional testing options.

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