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Lab Test Details

Yersinia spp. Identification

Updated

4/23/2026

Search TermsYersinia pseudotuberculosis; Yersinia enterocolitica; Yersinia intermedia; Yersinia non-pestis
How to Order

On the General Microbiology Test Request Form (OHA0060), in the “Enterics” section, check the "YERID" box in the “Yersinia spp.” row.

If submitting original material, follow the instructions for Enteric Pathogen Culture.

If previous testing was conducted using a culture-independent diagnostic test (CIDT), in the "Specimen/Isolate Information" section, for "Was an original test performed on a CIDT platform?" select "Yes" and attach your laboratory's result reports.
Availability

All clients

Performed

Daily on regular business days

Time to Reporting

Within 4 working days after receipt of specimen

CPT Code


Specimen Collection Details

Collection

Submit a pure culture of isolate on an agar slant or non-selective plate media.

If submitting original material for culture, please follow the Specimen Collection Details for the Enteric Pathogen Culture.

Optimal Volume

N/A

Minimum Volume

N/A

Handling

Seal plate, place in biohazard transport bag. Store plate at room temperatures (20-25°C) pending transport.

Transport Package plate to maintain room temperatures during transport.

Do not collect or transport for receipt at the OSPHL on a state holiday. Sample integrity may be compromised. 
Rejection Criteria
Specimens are subject to the requirements of the OSPHL Specimen Submission Policy (pdf).
Comments Sample integrity may be compromised if received at the OSPHL on a state holiday. Avoid sending samples for receipt at the laboratory on a state holiday.

Original material submitted for testing is retained for 5 calendar days after receipt at the laboratory. For additional information or assistance, please contact the OSPHL at 503-693-4100.

Method Details

Methodology

Biochemical identification

Performance Specifications

N/A

Change Log

4/23/2026
Backorder resolved; removed header statement regarding backorder of an organism identification test kit

1/26/2026
Added header statement detailing effects of a backorder of an organism identification test kit
2/19/2025
Updated Search Terms; How to Order; Rejection Criteria