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CronobacterSaka – Identification

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Procedure: MAQ0121A

CPT: N/A

Synonym(s):	Enterobacter sakazakii
Requisition Form	G-22-(Food); G-23
Test Description	Conventional biochemical tests to isolate and identify Cronobacter sakazakii from dehydrated, powdered, infant formula
Pre-Approval Needed	Regulatory or IDCU agent
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Food
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Dehydrated, powdered, infant formula
Minimum Volume/Size Required	100 grams (1/4 pound)
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Place sample in sterile zip-lock or whirlpack bag or other sterile plastic container. Store on ice.
Transport Medium	N/A
Specimen Labeling	Sample Identification must match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	Ship samples on Ice and/or Ice Packs. Samples must be shipped for overnight delivery. Ship according to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49.
Method	FDA Bacteriological Analytical Manual (BAM); Chapter 29 BAX® Traditional PCR Assay
Turn-around Time	14 Days
Interferences/Limitations	The sample should represent the outer surface as well as the interior of the food.
Common Causes for Rejection	Not collected by a Registered Sanitarian Insufficient quantity Improperly stored Failure to meet shipping guidelines
Additional Information	N/A