Antimicrobial Suseptibility Testing (AST)
Test code: AST-001
- Category:
- Birds
- Sub Category:
- Poultry
Price (PKR)
2,000
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| Type | Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing |
|---|---|
| Method | Kirby-Bauer Disc Diffusion (CLSI) |
| Status | Active |
| Test Description | AST should be done |
| Test Days | 0 |
| Test Turnaround (business days) | 1 |
Liver, Spleen, or Intestine (Post-Mortem)
Preferred| Species | Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Poultry |
|---|---|
| Sample Details | Post-mortem tissue samples collected from major organs involved in systemic and enteric diseases. These organs are primary targets for pathogens causing septicemia, enteritis, toxemia, and multi-organ involvement, making them highly informative for laboratory diagnosis. Submission of these samples is recommended in cases of: Sudden death or high mortality Septicemic conditions Enteric disease outbreaks Suspected bacterial, viral, or mixed infections Unclear cause of death requiring laboratory confirmation Analysis of these tissues helps in identification of the causative agent, assessment of disease spread, and guidance for treatment, control, and prevention strategies at farm or flock level. |
| Ideal Volume | 10 gram |
| Minimum Volume | 2 gram |
| Sample Container | Sterile leak-proof container or tube; use transport medium if required. |
| Storage & Transport | 2–8 °C |
| Rejection Criteria | Insufficient quantity. Broken/leaking container. Improper labeling. Contamination. Delayed transport. Improper storage. |