This test detects the presence of Rhodococcus equi in various sample types through the PCR detection of the cholesterol oxidase (ChoE) gene and the Virulence associated plasmid A (VapA). Detection of ChoE indicates that R. equi is present in the sample while detection of VapA indicates that virulent R. equi is present in the sample.
** Samples must be received before 10.00 a.m. Monday-Thursday in order to avail of 2 working day turnaround. Please note that samples submitted after 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, or on Friday, will be reported on the next working day
