TETRA

Growth Inhibitors- Charm ROSA Tetracycline-SL- Milk and Dairy

Laboratory Fee Schedule

Procedure #: MZZ0506A

CPT: N/A

Synonym(s):	Charm II; Charm TETRA; TETRA
Requisition Form	G-84; G-21; G-21 RR
Test Description	Immunoreceptor assay utilizing Rapid One Step Assay (ROSA) lateral flow technology. Detects Tetracyclines.
Pre-Approval Needed	Regulatory
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Food
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Raw Cow Milk
Minimum Volume/Size Required	100 mL
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Place milk sample in sterile zip-lock or whirlpack bag or other sterile plastic container. Store on ice. Must be kept between 0.0°C and 4.5°C.
Transport Medium	N/A
Specimen Labeling	Sample Identification must match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	Ship samples on Ice and/or Ice Packs. Samples must be shipped for overnight delivery. Ship according to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49.
Method	FORM FDA/NCIMS 2400n-5: Charm® II Combined Non-Beta-Lactam Assays
Turn-around Time	4 Days
Interferences/Limitations	N/A
Common Causes for Rejection	Not collected by a Registered Sanitarian Insufficient quantity Improperly stored. Failure to meet shipping guidelines.
Additional Information	N/A