Lab Test Details

5/2/2023 (reviewed 1/30/2025)

On the General Microbiology Test Request Form (OHA0060), in the “Serotyping” section, check the “Neisseria meningitidis serogroup” box.

For confirmed primary specimens from sterile sites tested using culture-independent diagnostic tests (CIDTs) approved for submission to the OSPHL:

• On the OSPHL General Microbiology Test Request Form (OHA0060), in the “Referral Testing/Send-Outs” section, write in the test request under “CDC Referrals.” 
• In the “Specimen/Isolate Information” section, indicate “Yes” for “Was an original test performed on a CIDT platform.” Indicate platform and attach your lab’s reports. 
• A completed CDC 50.34 form is also required for this test request.”

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Specimen Collection Details

Actively growing isolated organism from a normally sterile site, in pure culture, on an agar slant or plate media.

Primary specimens from sterile sites can be accepted if previously tested using CIDTs and approved to send to the OSPHL for forwarding to the CDC for forwarding to the CDC for referral testing.

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Seal tube or plate and place into biohazard bag.

Store specimens at refrigerated temperatures (2-8°C) or room temperatures (20-25°C) pending transport.

Primary specimens from sterile sites should be frozen pending transport.

Package specimens to maintain room temperatures or refrigerated temperatures during transport, to be delivered to the OSPHL within 24 hours after culture.

Transport primary specimens from sterile sites at frozen temperatures on dry ice.

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