Transcription of Chapter 5 - Bacteriology - FWS
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NWFHS Laboratory Procedures Manual - Second Edition, June 2004 Chapter 5 - Page 1 Chapter 5 Bacteriology Jason Woodland USFWS - Pinetop Fish Health Center Pinetop, Arizona NWFHS Laboratory Procedures Manual - Second Edition, June 2004 Chapter 5 - Page 2 I. Introduction This section defines the procedures and techniques used to correctly identify the target bacterial pathogens identified for the Survey (Yersinia ruckeri, Aeromonas salmonicida and Edwardsiella ictaluri). Proper identification relies on bacterial growth characteristics, appropriate biochemical tests, and corroboration by serological techniques. Pathogens of Regional Importance (PRIs) include: Citrobacter freundii, Edwardsiella tarda, Flavobacterium columnare and Flavobacterium psychrophilum. The later two bacteria have special requirements for culture and serological confirmation.
10. Store at 2-8°C, following manufacturer’s recommendation for period of long-term storage. III. Media Formulations Numerous differential media and biochemical tests can be used to determine identification of bacterial cultures. Some common bacteriological media are listed in …
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