Equine uterine culture

Parameter Culture of the uterus Sample Uterine swab in special culture transport system Turnaround time 1-15 day for bacterial growth...

€39.43

Sample Requirements

Uterine swab in special culture transport system

Send your sample by regular mail or express delivery to:

Equigerminal Lab HIESE
Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro Nº25
3230-343 Penela, Portugal

Turnaround Time

Bacterial culture: 1–15 days, depending on bacterial growth.

Yeast and fungal culture: More than 15 days, depending on organism growth.

About the test

Culture of the uterus. This test is performed to detect bacterial, yeast and fungal microorganisms present in uterine samples by culture.

Why test?

Uterine culture helps identify microorganisms present in the uterus and supports the diagnosis of uterine infections.

How it works

🛒 Purchase the Test: Select and buy the test online.

📧 Receive Instructions: After payment confirmation, receive instructions for sample collection.

✨ Sample Collection: Your veterinarian collects a uterine swab using a special culture transport system.

📄 Download Submission Form: Download the printable submission form.

📮 Send Samples: Send your samples by regular mail or express delivery to:

Equigerminal Lab HIESE
Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro Nº25
3230-343 Penela, Portugal

📄 Receive Results: Get your laboratory report by email.

Results

Results are reported according to the microorganisms isolated during culture. The report indicates whether bacterial, yeast or fungal growth is detected.

Additional information

The time required to obtain results depends on the growth rate of the microorganisms present in the sample. Bacterial cultures are generally completed within 1–15 days, while yeast and fungal cultures may require more than 15 days.

FAQs

What sample is required?

A uterine swab collected using a special culture transport system.

How long does the culture take?

Bacterial cultures are generally completed within 1–15 days, while yeast and fungal cultures may require more than 15 days.

What does this test detect?

The test detects bacterial, yeast and fungal microorganisms that may be present in the uterus.

Why can fungal cultures take longer?

Yeasts and fungi generally grow more slowly than bacteria and may require additional incubation time before results can be reported.