Microbiology Test Sample Collection Instructions

Collection Instructions:
Microbiology Test
GI360™ Microbiome Profile

Test Kit Contents

Start by identifying these elements of your test kit. If you are missing or have expired components, contact Mosaic Customer Service at 800-288-0383.

• Test kit box
• Clear biohazard zip-lock bag
• Absorbent packing sheet
• Disposable gloves
• Shipping laboratory pak
• 1 collection tray
• Yellow-top vial (check vial for expiration date)

Precaution: Keep kit contents out of the reach of children and pets. Do not spill preservative fluid in the vial(s) and avoid contact with skin or eyes. For eye contact, flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. For skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water. For accidental ingestion, contact poison control immediately. www.mosaicdx.com/sds

Before You Start

If You Require a Laxative

If you have difficulty producing a stool sample, you may use an oral phosphate soda, magnesium citrate, or psyllium fiber-based laxative 24 hours prior to your planned collection time. Enemas may be given using distilled water only. Do not use suppositories or mineral oil.

Discontinue the Following:

• 2 weeks before test: Antibiotics, antiparasitics, antifungals, probiotic supplements, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), and bismuth.
• 2 days before test: Aspirin and other NSAIDs, digestive enzymes, laxatives (particularly mineral oil, castor oil, and glycerin enemas or suppositories), activated charcoal, betaine HCl, antacids, and bentonite clay.

Let’s Get Started

1. Complete the information on the barcode sticker AND the vial by writing the patient name, date of birth, and collection date. Place the barcode sticker on the vial, ensuring the information written on the vial remains visible. Use blue or black ink from a ball-point pen. Do not use felt-tipped pens or dry-erase markers. Note: Unlabeled samples will be rejected.
2. Put on a glove and gather your specimen in the collection tray. Do not allow urine or water to touch the sample.
3. Add bits of your specimen to the yellow-top vial using the spoon attached to the lid, taking pieces from different parts of the specimen until the combined sample and preservative reach the fill line.
4. Seal the vial and shake vigorously for approximately 30 seconds. Place the vial in the refrigerator until ready to ship. Dispose of remaining specimen and collection materials. Do not flush the tray.

Preparing the Package

1. Ensure the vial is labeled and tightly sealed. Place the yellow-top vial into the clear biohazard zip-lock bag, add the absorbent packing sheet, and seal using the zip-lock feature.
2. Place the sealed biohazard zip-lock bag into the test kit box and close the lid.
3. Place the test kit box into the shipping laboratory pak.

Locate the shipping instruction card for details on how to ship your specimen.

Samples must be shipped on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday (outside the U.S., Monday or Tuesday). If you collect your specimen over the weekend, store it as directed and ship on Monday.

Any Questions?

If you have questions about any aspect of specimen collection or shipping, please contact us:

Phone: Our customer service team is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CST at 800-288-0383

Email: CustomerService@MosaicDX.com

Your test results will be delivered to your healthcare practitioner within 2–3 weeks after the sample(s) are received at Mosaic Diagnostics. Your healthcare practitioner will review the results with you, identify any areas of interest or concern, and determine appropriate next steps. Mosaic Diagnostics personnel cannot discuss test results directly with patients or family members.