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Abortion PanelBovine, Sheep, GoatsFetal Abomasal FluidOther/additional tissues will be charged for routine aerobic culture.Alternative samples are fetal lung or fetal liver.More Info
Aerobic CultureAllAll except milk (see Milk Culture)$20.00 first specimen, $8.00 each additional specimenMore Info
Aerobic SusceptibilityAllAllPerformed on pure cultures only. Charge for each isolate tested.More Info
Anaerobic CultureAllAll$20.00 first specimen, $8.00 each additional specimenMore Info
Anaplasma PCRBovineFresh Spleen, Whole blood (EDTA)Diplex Real-Time PCR, This test is designed to identify specific Anaplasma species(A. marginale and A. phagocytophilum) in a single reaction. Acceptable samples for this test include unclotted (EDTA) whole blood sample or, spleen. This test can be performed on individual or, pooled (up to 5) blood samples for $31.00. If a pool is tested positive, upon request, each sample in the pool will be tested subsequently @$15.00/animal. If apooled sample testing is requested, each bovine blood sample must be collected individually, in a separate EDTA tube, and transported to the lab. The lab will pool the sample in groups of 2-5.
Note: if pooling is not marked on the submission form, each sample will be tested and charged individually.
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AnaplasmosisBovineSerum1-10 samples $11.50 each, 11+ samples $7.00 each, Sample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.More Info
Anti-nuclear AntibodyCanine, Feline, Equine1 ml Serum More Info
Avian Influenza PCRAvianTissue (lung), oropharyngeal or cloalcal swabs More Info
Blue Tongue Virus cELISABovine, Caprine, OvineSerum,PlasmaSample must be received at least one day prior to testing.More Info
Bovine enteric disease panel (Coronavirus, Rotavirus, E. coli K99, Cryptosporidium parvum)BovineFeces (2 grams)Tests for individual pathogens also available.More Info
Bovine Leukemia - ELISABovineSerum,Plasma1-25 samples $8.50 each, 26+ samples $6.00 each, Sample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.More Info
Bovine Respiratory Panel PCRBovineLymph nodes, lung;Nasal or pharyngeal swabsThe Bovine Respiratory Panel PCR assay, or BRD Panel PCR, is designed to detect 9 pathogens commonly associated with the Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex (shipping fever): Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis), Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV), Bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV), Bovine coronavirus (BCoV), Bovine herpesvirus type 1 (BHV1/IBR), and Bovine Influenza Virus (BIV), and the 4 main BRD bacterial pathogens including Mannheimia haemolytica (M. haemolytica), Pasteurella multocida (P. multocida), Histophilus somni (H. somni) and Bibersteinia trehalosi (B. trehalosi). In addition, this test also detects Influenza D virus, a newly described virus in cattle. This BRD Panel PCR is charged $82 per sample. Nasal or pharyngeal swabs in viral transport media, lung, and lymph node should be shipped on ice.More Info
Bovine Respiratory Viral Panel PCRBovineLymph nodes, lung;Nasal or pharyngeal swabsThe Bovine Respiratory Viral Panel PCR assay, or BRD Viral Panel PCR, is designed to detect 5 major pathogens commonly associated with the Bovine Respiratory Disease Complex (shipping fever): Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis), Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV), Bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV), Bovine coronavirus (BCoV), and Bovine herpesvirus type 1 (BHV1/IBR). In addition, this test also detects Influenza D virus, a newly described virus in cattle. This BRD Viral Panel PCR is charged $41 per sample. Nasal or pharyngeal swabs in viral transport media, lung, and lymph node should be shipped on ice.More Info
Bovine Viral Diarrhea (Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV))) Type 2 SNBovine, AlpacaSerum (.5ml)Sample must be received at least one day prior to testing day. No STAT testing available.More Info
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) Ear NotchBovineFixed Tissue, Tissue Block, Unstained SlideFixed tissue submitted for IHC testing will incur an additional histopathology charge.$27 set-up fee/$8 per head.More Info
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) PCRBovine, Alpaca, Llama, DeerWhole blood (EDTA), Serum, TissueDescription: For individual testing –blood, serum, ear tissues or organ pools from same animal. For pools up to 5 - blood, serum, ear tissues or organ pools from same animal. For pools >5 up to 50 - blood, serum, ear tissues. The price is $24.00 per single sample or pools up to 5, $3.50 per sample in a pool for pools >5 to 24, or $2.15 per sample in a pool for pools >24 to 50.Upon clients request, individual samples in a positive pool will be tested by real-time PCR for $15/sample in the pool.More Info
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) SNBovine, AlpacaSerum (.5ml)Sample must be received at least one day prior to testing day. No STAT testing available.More Info
Brucella abortus/suis BAPA (Buffered Antigen Plate Assay)Most speciesSerum More Info
Brucella abortus/suis CardBovine, Porcine,Bison,CervidaeSerumSample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.More Info
Brucella abortus/suis Standard Plate (SPT)Most speciesSerum More Info
Brucella canis Blood CultureCanineWhole blood (citrate), minimum 1 ml_x000D_ More Info
Brucella melitensis 3% CardOvine, CaprineSerumTests for Brucella melitensis; Brucella ovis testing will be referred out to another testing labMore Info
Calcium, total ( CP2085 )AllSerum More Info
Campylobacter CultureAllAllThis is automatically performed on ruminant abortion appropriate samples. Requests for this test on other tissues must be indicated on the submission form.More Info
Canine Brucella Tube-ME AgglutinationCanineSerum. Serum samples need to be at least 1 mL. More Info
Canine Brucellosis PCRCanineWhole blood (citrate) (2ml) preferred, Vaginal swab (dry) accepted>10 samples, $25.50 each.More Info
Canine Distemper Virus RT-PCRCanineTissue samples ¿ Lung, Lymph node, Tonsil, may be pooled
Swabs- Nasal or pharyngeal swabs in viral transport media (no gel swabs), feces
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Canine Distemper Virus SNCanineSerum (.5ml), CSFSample must be received at least one day prior to testing day. No STAT testing available.More Info
Canine Ehrlichiosis PCRCanineWhole blood (EDTA) (1ml)Canine Ehrlichiosis PCR detects the Ehrlichia species,E. chaffeensis, E. canis, and E. ewingii in canine blood. Unclotted blood is sample of choice for this test. Immediately after collection, the blood samples must be refrigerated and shipped to the laboratory overnight, in ice/cold packs.More Info
Canine Ehrlichiosis Screen (Export)CanineSerumSample must be received at least one day prior to testing day.More Info
Canine Respiratory PanelCaninelung, lymph node, tonsil, nasopharyngeal swabFor optimal results both a viral swab in transport media and a bacterial swab should be submitted for this test.More Info
Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis Virus (CAE) & Ovine Progressive Pneumonia (OPP)- cELISACaprine,OvineSerum,PlasmaSample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.More Info
CBC without differential ( CP14 )   More Info
CBC, avian ( CP12 )Avian ReptileWhole blood (heparin) and Fresh smear (slide) More Info
CBC, large animal ( CP11 )Mammals, large animal Mammals, small animalWhole blood (EDTA) and Fresh Smear (slide) More Info
CBC, small animal ( CP10 )Mammals, small animalBlood, EDTA More Info
CD3AllFixed Tissue, Tissue Block, Unstained SlideFixed tissue submitted for IHC testing will incur an additional histopathology charge.More Info
CD79aAllFixed Tissue, Tissue Block, Unstained SlideFixed tissue submitted for IHC testing will incur an additional histopathology charge.More Info
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis ( CP40 )AllCebrebrospinal fluidProtein concentration:Place 0.2 mL of CSF in a plastic transfer tube.(Do not use the red-top vacutainer tubes that are coated with silica chips.)For TNCC and microscopic examination:Collect patient's blood in a red-top (plain) vacutainer.Allow sample to clot at least 30 minutes.Centrifuge tube for at least 5 minutes.Transfer non-hemolyzed serum to a plain, plastic tube.Place 0.250 (250uL) of CSF in a 1 mL or 2 mL EDTA tube.Add 0.030 mL (20uL; about 2 large drops) of the patient's non-hemolyzed serum to the CSF sample.Ship both tubes on cold packs overnight.More Info
Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)UngulatesObex, Retropharyngeal Lymph NodeFixed tissue submitted for IHC testing will incur an additional histopathology charge.More Info
Combination Fecal Float: Qualitative and QuantitativeAllFresh FecesNeed at least 10 grams of fresh feces.Wisconsin technique is sensitive to 10 eggs per gram.The combinations of these 2 techniques will not only give you the eggs per gram but also help diagnose parasites that have low egg production (i.e. Nematodirus sp., Eimeria macusaniensis, Trichuris sp.)Fresh Feces1. Fresh fecal samples are less than 48 hours old.2. Samples should be placed in individual sealed containers labeled with the animal number/name and the date collected.3. Acceptable containers include plastic containers with lids, WhirlPaks, and ziplock bags.Please do not send feces in rubber gloves or OB sleeves.4. Refrigerate samples as soon as possible after collection, but do not freeze.5. Submit samples as soon as possible in a Styrofoam container with frozen gel packs via any of the 24 to 48 hour transport services.6. See individual test for sample size.Most tests require 5 grams of feces for accurate results. 
Creatine kinase ( CP2137 )AllPlasma (heparin-green top), Serum, Cerebrospinal Fluid More Info
Creatinine ( CP2142 )AllPlasma (heparin-green top), Serum More Info
Cytologic exam ( CP401 )AllSlideDo not expose to formalinMore Info
Digital Scan - BrightfieldAllSlidesThis test scans already made routine histology, immunohistochemistry and fluorescent slides and produces a digital image that can be annotated and analyzed.It is important for diagnostic consultation, teaching and research studies.More Info
Equine Infectious Anemia - AGIDEquineSerumSample must be received by 2 p.m. for same day set-up. Assay is complete 36-48 hours after set up.If the testing method (AGID or ELISA) is not selected on the submission form the ELISA test will be performed.More Info
Equine Infectious Anemia - ELISAEquineSerumSample must be received before 2 p.m. for next day results. Sample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.If the testing method (AGID or ELISA) is not selected on the submission form the ELISA test will be performed.More Info
FAVN-Rabies Antibody for ExportAll AnimalsSerum (1-2ml)Click here for current turnaround time.More Info
Fecal Float for Parasites Quantitative Exam - Wisconsin TechniqueAllFresh FecesNeed at least 5 grams of fresh feces.Wisconsin technique is sensitive to 10 eggs per gram.Fresh Feces1. Fresh fecal samples are less than 48 hours old.2. Samples should be placed in individual sealed containers labeled with the animal number/name and the date collected.3. Acceptable containers include plastic containers with lids, WhirlPaks, and ziplock bags.Please do not send feces in rubber gloves or OB sleeves.4. Refrigerate samples as soon as possible after collection, but do not freeze.5. Submit samples as soon as possible in a Styrofoam container with frozen gel packs via any of the 24 to 48 hour transport services.6. See individual test for sample size.Most tests require 5 grams of feces for accurate results.More Info
Fecal FloationAllFresh Feces (5 grams)Fecal samples must be less than 48 hours old. Refrigerate samples as soon as possible after colleciton, but do not freeze.More Info
Fibrinogen (Clauss) ( CP310 )AllWhole blood (EDTA) More Info
Fungal CultureAllAll$19.00 first specimen, $5.00 each additional specimenMore Info
Hematoxylin Eosin Routine (H and E)AllFixed TissueIncludes 1-3 mass or biopsies. Additional mass or biopsy > 3 are $10.00 each.Extended description additional $8.00.More Info
Histopathology Necropsy 1-4 TissuesAllFixed Tissue More Info
Histopathology Necropsy 5 or More TissuesAllFixed Tissue More Info
Infectious Bovine Rhinotrachitis (IBR) SNBovineSerum (.5ml)Sample must be received at least one day prior to testing day. No STAT testing available.More Info
Lactate ( CP2440 )   More Info
Leishmania Infantum ScreenCanineSerumSample must be received at least one day prior to testing day.More Info
Leptospira (Pathogenic) PCROvine, Swine, Equine, Canine, BovineUrine (4-10ml), TissueDo not freeze sampleMore Info
Leptospirosis - 5 Serovar MATBovineSerumTests for serovars: Canicola, Pomona, Grippotyphosa, Icterohaemo, HardjoMore Info
Leptospirosis - 6 Serovar MATOvine, Swine, Equine, CanineSerumTests for serovars: Bratislava,Canicola, Pomona, Grippotyphosa, Icterohaemo, HardjoMore Info
Leptospirosis - Canicola MATOvine, Swine, Equine, Canine, Bovine, FelineSerumNo STAT testing available.More Info
Milk CultureBovineMilkThis is for individual bovine milk samples. Charge for each sample submitted.More Info
Mycobacterium avium paratuberculosis (Johne's Disease) - ELISABovine, Caprine, OvineSerum, Plasma, MilkSample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.More Info
Mycobacterium avium subsp. Paratuberculosis (Johne's) Direct Fecal PCRBovine, Ovine, CaprineFecesIndividual sample as well as pooling is available.The choice must be stated on the submission form.Pools will be in groups of 5 animals only.Additional samples shipped with pooled samples will be tested individually.This test is for bovine/ovine fecal samples only.More Info
Mycoplasma CultureAllAll except milk (see Mycoplasma Milk Culture)Charge for each sample submitted.Do not use swabs containing charcoal.More Info
Mycoplasma hyopneumoniaePorcineSerum (.5ml) More Info
Necropsy - Gross RoutineAllWhole AnimalAdditional disposal fees apply. A gross necropsy includes only a visual examination of tissues. Additional testing will incur additional charges.More Info
Neospora caninumBovineSerum (.5ml)This test is available for bovines (cattle) only.More Info
Peritoneal Fluid Analysis ( CP44 )AllPeritoneal Fluid More Info
Porcine Circovirus 2 (PCV2) IFAPorcineSerum (.5ml) More Info
Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV2) Real-Time PCR Differential - VirologyPorcineSerum, Lung More Info
Porcine deltacoronavirus real-time PCRPorcineFeces or fecal swabs, intestine or intestinal contents in clean bag or tubeSample should be shipped on ice for overnight deliveryMore Info
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDv) andtransmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEv) real-time PCRPorcineFeces or fecal swabs, intestine or intestinal contents, oral fluid, environmental samples,feed or feed ingredients.More Info
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus IFA (PEDV IFA)PorcineSerum More Info
Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) Tetracore Multiplex Real-time PCRPorcineSerum, Lung, Oral Fluids More Info
Porcine Respiratory and Reproductive Syndrome (PRRS) ELISAPorcineSerum (.5ml) More Info
Porcine Respiratory Reproductive Syndrome (PRRS)PorcineFixed Tissue, Tissue Block, Unstained SlideFixed tissue submitted for IHC testing will incur an additional histopathology charge.More Info
Pregnancy ELISA (Bovine, Caprine, Ovine, Buffalo)Bovine, Caprine, Ovine, BuffaloSerum (red top tube) for Bovine Caprine, and Ovine; Plasma (EDTA-purple top) for Bovine and Buffalo onlySample should arrive at laboratory 1-2 hours prior to test start time for processing.If less than 12 samples submitted, lab reserves the right to batch testing to next testing day. For the detection of pregnancy from: Bovine: =28 days post breeding and =60 day post-calving;Caprine: =28 days post breeding, no post-kidding claim offered by manufacturer; Ovine: =35 days post breeding, no post-lambing claim offered by manufacturer;Buffalo: =30days post breeding and =60 day post calvingMore Info
Profile, Avian/Reptile ( CP221 )Avian & reptilePlasma, Serum More Info
Profile, clotting time (PT, APTT) ( CP300 )AllPlasma (citrate-blue top) More Info
Profile, Iron & TIBC ( CP209 )   More Info
Profile, Large AnimalChemistry ( CP233 )Large AnimalSerum More Info
Profile, Renal ( CP241 )AllSerum More Info
Profile, Small Animal ( CP249 )Small AnimalSerum More Info
Profile, Urine Protein/Urine Creatinine ( CP250 )AllUrine More Info
Pseudorabies gB antibody testPorcineSerum (.5ml) More Info
Rabies- suspect mammalsAll MammalsBrain; full cross section of brain stem and cerebellumDiscretionary testing on weekendsMore Info
RAPD-PCR Analysis of Moraxella bovis, ovis and bovoculiBovine, SheepSwabCharge for each sample submitted.More Info
RFFIT-Rabies Antibody EndpointHumans and All AnimalsSerum (1-2ml)CPT Code 86382.More Info
RFFIT-Rabies Antibody ScreenHumans and All AnimalsSerum (1-2ml)CPT Code 86382.More Info
Salmonella EnrichmentAllFeces, GI tractThis test is performed with the aerobic culture for appropriate specimens that could contain Salmonella sp.More Info
Triglyceride ( CP2305 )AllSerum More Info
Tritrichomonas foetus - PCRBovineBovine- Preputial samples in InPouch (bovine-red) or Transit TubeCharge for each sample submitted.More Info
Tritrichomonas foetus - PCR - POOLEDBovinePreputial samples sent InPouchSamples will be pooled by the lab in groups of 2 to 5 bulls.

Each sample in the pool will be charged at $12.00 per sample ($60.00 for a pool of 5 bulls).

Samples must be individually collected in the InPouch: the lab will pool samples.If pooling is not marked on the submission from, individual PCR will be completed.
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Tritrichomonas Foetus InPouch TF - BovineBovineBovine- Preputial samples in InPouch (bovine-red)Do not refrigerate sample. Samples that arrive at the lab on Saturday are unsuitable for this test. Small quantities of InPouches may be purchased from the KSVDL. Larger quatities may be purchased from BioMed Diagnostics, 1-800-964-6466.More Info
Urinalysis, complete ( CP60 )AllUrine More Info
Virus Isolation and IdentificationAllTissue, Serum, Swab, Whole blood (EDTA), Semen More Info