SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag.
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy Ag Animal <300#
- Histo Necropsy - Ag Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
- Fetal IgG
- IBR PCR
- BVD PCR
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag.
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy EQ/Camelid <300
- Histo Necropsy – Companion Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
- BVD PCR
- Lepto PCR
SPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag.
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy Dog/Cat
- Histo Necropsy - Companion Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
- CHV-1 FA
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy EQ/Camelid <300#
- Histo Necropsy - Companion Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
- EHV-1 & EHV-4 PCR
SPECIES
FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy Dog/Cat
- Histo Necropsy - Companion Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
SPECIES
Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag.
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy Ag Animal <300#
- Histo Necropsy - Ag Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 Cultures)
- Campylobacter culture
- Chlamydia - Gimenez stain
- Fetal IgG
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Intact fetus and placenta OR fixed & fresh tissue, fetal body fluids, stomach contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
If shipping precludes sending an intact fetus, please collect necessary samples using a Whirl-Pak or Ziploc bag (no gloves or OB sleeves) for each fresh tissue collected. DO NOT POOL TISSUES. Label bags with Animal ID and specimen contained in each bag.
For additional information, please reference: Abortion Protocol
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
All SectionsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 WeeksAdditional Information:
*$8.00 accession fee is included in this price.
Abortion screens are offered at a 50% discount off of standard list prices. Tests included:
- Necropsy Ag Animal <300#
- Histo Necropsy - Ag Animal
- Aerobic Culture (Max 3 cultures)
- PPV FA
- PRRS PCR
- PCV-2 PCR
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sterile swabs in transport media, tissues in individual sterile bags
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained sample
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof container. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1 daySPECIES
Canine, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA plasma - 0.5ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect into plastic EDTA tube. Centrifuge sample immediately (within 4 hours, maximum) and separate plasma into an empty plastic tube. See additional information below.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Freeze sample and ship on dry ice overnightTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
*Plastic tubes are required because endogenous ACTH will bind to glass. Freezing of plasma sample and shipping on dry ice are required because endogenous ACTH will degrade if not frozen.
*If serum or whole blood-EDTA samples are received, they will not be processed. Test results from samples left on cells longer than 4 hours should be interpreted with caution. Exercise or other stress prior to blood sampling may increase ACTH values and should be avoided.
*Samples received in the lab after 4pm will be tested the next business day.
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Equine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal and conjunctival swabs in viral transport media; fresh lung and associated lymph node, kidney, or liver
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each sample individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sterile swabs in transport media (flocked swabs in Amies recommended especially if combining with an anaerobic culture), tissues in individual sterile bags, fluids or small tissues in sterile tubes.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping for samples recommendedTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days*Additional Information:
*Turn around time for fastidious or slow-growing organisms and heavily mixed cultures may require longer than 2-3 days. Please indicate suspect organism, especially for specimens which may contain normal/contaminating flora (nasal/oral, skin, fecal). Routine aerobic culture does not recover Campylobacter or Mycoplasma, but will recover Salmonella from non-intestinal sources.
Antibiotic Sensitivity(s) must be requested separately, if desired.
Gram-stain must be requested separately, if desired. If requested, please provide an additional swab.
Culture plates submitted for identification require a full Aerobic Culture work-up.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a green top tube, maintain at 4 degrees C (on ice). Deliver to the lab within 30 minutes or separate plasma, keep tightly sealed on ice and deliver within 2 hours of collection
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Do not mail or shipTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Plasma ammonia is quite labile. Specimen requires special handling. If collection and delivery protocols are not followed testing may not be possible
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Anaerobic transport media or swabs, fluids/aspirates in sterile tubes or tissues in an individual sterile container (ie. bag, vial, tube).
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen. Anaerobic transport medium is recommended
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Room temperature, leak proof containers. Overnight shipping preferredTURNAROUND TIME
3-10 daysAdditional Information:
A concurrent aerobic culture is required (an additional charge applies). Some samples are not suitable for anaerobic culture such as Bronchial Lavage or urines. Feces are generally only cultured for Clostridium perfringens (see specific culture info).
If desired, a Gram-stain may be requested (additional charge applies). Please provide sufficient sample or an additional swab.
Antibiotic Sensitivities are not available for anaerobic organisms. General recommendations may be provided based upon published reference material.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 daysAdditional Information:
Testing days are dependent on sample load. If testing a large number of animals for sale/export, please call us at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times.
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first two tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
24 hours after isolation of pathogenAdditional Information:
Sensitivities are primarily performed on organisms recovered from routine aerobic cultures. A request for an aerobic culture does not automatically include a sensitivity, be sure to indicate if a sensitivity is desired. If no pathogens are recovered, a sensitivity will not be run. If pathogens are recovered, a charge will be applied for each isolate tested. Client cultures may be submitted on a swab or original plate, but an aerobic culture must still be performed at the OVDL for organism identification. We do not run sensitivities on anaerobes, fungi and some fastidious organisms.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top tube - fill at least 1/2 full
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
200µl serum/heparinized plasma or 4+ heparinized hematocrit tubes
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Hematocrit tubes should be at least 3/4 full, seal one end
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Avian Hepatic Panel includes: glucose, total protein, CK, AST, calcium, phosphorus, uric acid, bile acids
SPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Poultry: Oropharyngeal/Tracheal swab (Pool up to 5 birds)
Wild Birds: Pooled cloacal/tracheal swabs (1 of each swab per tube-do not pool birds)
Post Mortem: Lung, trachea, spleen, intestine (individually bag each tissue, keep each bird separate)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen(s); place swabs in sterile tube with 2-3 ml of HBI broth. Viral transport media can be obtained from the OVDL for $1 per tube. Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate swabs, freeze tissues, leakproof container(s). Overnight shipping recommendedTURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysAdditional Information:
Do not use bacterial transport media or culturettes containing agar or charcoal because they may have an inhibitory effect on the PCR assay
SPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen on choice: Oropharyngeal/tracheal swab (pool up to 5 birds per tube)
Tissues: lung, trachea, spleen, brain (individually bag each tissue, keep each bird separate)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen(s); place swabs in sterile tube with 2-3 ml of BHI broth or viral transport media. Viral transport media can be obtained from the OVDL for $1 per tube. Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate swabs, freeze tissues, leakproof container(s). Overnight shipping recommendedTURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysAdditional Information:
Do not use bacterial transport media or culturettes containing agar or charcoal because they may have an inhibitory effect on the PCR assay
SPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
CBC: 2 heparinized hematocrit tubes with 2 blood smears Chemistry: 200µl serum/heparinized plasma or 4+ heparinized hematocrit tubes
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Hematocrit tubes should be at least 3/4 full, seal one end. Air-dried slides, unfixed & unstained, submitted in rigid plastic or styrofoam containers
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Health screen includes: WBC, PCV, platelets, glucose, total protein, CK, AST, calcium, phosphorus, uric acid
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Formalin-fixed semimembranosus (preferred) or semitendinosus muscle
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
10% neutral buffered formalin.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship tissue sample(s) in a leakproof container placed in a sealable bag then placed in a secondary rigid containerTURNAROUND TIME
Varies*Additional Information:
Please reference the Muscle Biopsy Protocol for detailed instructions.
*Turn around time is dependent upon special stains; special stains are set up on Wednesday. The muscle biopsy protocol is for diagnosis of equine polysaccharide storage myopathy. For diagnosis of equine motor neuron disease, biopsy of the sacrocaudalis dorsalis medialis muscle (dorsal tail muscle) is requred. If other myopathies are suspected, please contact Dr. Valentine at 541-737-5061 or by email at beth.valentine@oregonstate.edu
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Formalin-fixed tissue. Larger fresh tissue specimens are acceptable but will add a minimum of one extra day to processing time. Specimens requiring decalcification will require longer processing time
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Tissue submitted in 10% buffered formalin
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship tissue sample(s) in a leakproof container placed in a sealable bag then placed in a secondary rigid containerTURNAROUND TIME
2 days, approx.SETUP DAYS
Monday-FridayTEST FEE
1 site $52.00, 2 sites $72.50, 3 or more sites $93.00Printable Version
Additional Information:
The fee for "one site" includes multiple skin punch, uterine & endoscopic biopsies (e.g. nasal, gastrointestinal) obtained to diagnose a common process. Biopsies from multiple tumors are considered multiple sites. A draining lymph node associated with a tumor submission will be considered as one site. Please note additional charges may be incurred for complex trim, margin studies, special tissue collection. Final reports may be delayed if special stains are required
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Formalin-fixed tissue; fresh tissue is acceptable but will add a minimum of one extra day to processing time. Specimens requiring decalcification will require longer processing time
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Tissue submitted in 10% buffered formalin
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship tissue sample(s) in a leakproof container placed in a sealable bag then placed in a secondary rigid containerTURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*This fee is in addition to the Surgical Biopsy fee. It applies to tissue that requires time-consuming trimming (e.g. toes, jaws, large samples of bone)
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Formalin-fixed tissue, fresh tissue is acceptable but will add a minimum of one extra day to processing time. Specimens requiring decalcification will require longer processing time
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Tissue submitted in 10% buffered formalin
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship tissue sample(s) in a leakproof container placed in a sealable bag then placed in a secondary rigid containerTURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*This fee is in addition to the Surgical Biopsy fee. It applies to a specimen that is received with a request for evaluation of labeled margins (labeled with tissue dye, sutures, etc.). Please contact the laboratory with questions about labeling techniques.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum, heparinized plasma or ocular fluid - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next day**Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 for the first two tests, each additional test for the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test. Testing will be performed on Tuesday or Thursday depending on sample load. If testing a large number of animals for sale/export, please call the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm Monday or Wednesday to be included in the Tuesday or Thursday run.
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Spleen, Liver, Kidney, Heart or other vascularized tissues
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood - fill tube at least half full
Spleen, liver, kidney, heart or other vascularized tissues
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker.
Collect blood in sterile EDTA tube. Do not allow blood to freeze
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Panel includes Blue Tongue Virus and Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease Virus
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
Canine, Feline, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal or throat swab
Tracheal wash
Lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes(synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated. NOTE: If culture is desired, submit a duplicate swab in the appropriate bacterial transport media.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
Analytical validation is complete; however, clinical/diagnostic validation, according to AAVLD/OIE standards is in progress.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung, associated lymph node, kidney and liver
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung, associated lymph node, kidney and liver
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh intestine (ileum, jejunum, cecum), lung; trachea
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
Bovine, CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Enteric: ~3-5 grams feces, or intestinal contents
Respiratory: deep nasal swab, tracheal or pharyngeal swab, trans tracheal wash, BAL, lung with associated lymph nodes
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and labeled with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants). Do not use bacterial transport swabs or any tubes containing agar gel or charcoal as these are inhibitory for PCR. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours. Do not ship specimens in gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Skin of either teat or udder at the site of lesion
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
Bovine, CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Abortion: liver (preferred), kidney, adrenal
Respiratory: lung and associated lymph nodes; nasal, pharyngeal or tracheal swabs; conjunctival swabs for ocular discharge or "pink eye"
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
Bovine Herpes Virus Type 1 (BHV-1) also known as Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR)
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $8.25 each for the first 3 tests. Each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Spleen, Bladder, Kidney, Lung, Lymph node, Thymus
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, tracheal or pharyngeal swab, transtracheal wash, BAL, or lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline can be added if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $79.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $71.75 each
Panel includes:
- BRSV
- BVD
- Coronavirus
- IBR
- Mycoplasma bovis
- PI3
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung and associated lymph nodes, trachea, transtracheal wash, nasal, tracheal or pharyngeal swabs
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker. Refrigerate swabs & TTW, freeze tissues
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof containers. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
Bovine Respiratory Syncytial Virus (BRSV) also known as Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly, OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
5-6 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $8.25 for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Cervid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams of fresh or frozen feces, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimens in sealed leak proof containers, labeled with individual animals IDs.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This real-time PCR assay may also be requested as part of the Ruminant Scours real time PCR panel or the more inclusive Ruminant Enteric Disease Diagnostic Panel.
**Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood - 1 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect blood from each animal in separate EDTA tubes. Individual samples must be identified and submitted separately; samples will be pooled by the laboratory
Bovine: up to 10 EDTA/pool for bovine (no pooling if <5 samples submitted - please refer to individual BVDV-PCR test information)
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $62.50/pool and includes confirmation of individuals if a pool tests positive. Samples from different owners will not be pooled.
Pooled testing should only be used for detection of Persistently Infected (PI) animals in herds without clinical signs of BVDV.
Although it is possible to detect acute BVDV infections, clinical suspects should be tested individually. Pooling specimens can produce a dilution effect increasing the risk of "false negative". If an animal tests positive, we recommend testing again in 3-4 weeks to confirm PI status.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Single ear notch (1cm/side). Do not send large pieces of ear tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect ear notch (1cm/side) from each animal and place in a dry, sterile tube (e.g. 6 ml with push up plastic cap preferred, serum tube-no separator gel or anticoagulant). Individual samples must be identified and submitted separately; samples will be pooled by the laboratory. Up to 24 ear notches/pool.
Disinfect tools with 10% bleach (e.g., 100ml (3oz) bleach in 900ml (27oz) water) or 1% Virkon, between animals; rinse thoroughly with water. Specimens MUST be free of dirt, feces, tattoo ink and vaccine. Residual disinfectant or contamination with feces or tattoo ink can yield false negative results. Do not vaccinate while collecting ear notches - this can lead to contamination with extraneous BVDV, causing false positive results.
A medium ear notch tool works well (e.g., Nasco: 800-558-9595, size-Medium C0024N, or Valley Vet Supply: 800-419-9524, size-Medium 17016, or similar tool that cuts a notch that is ½” wide at base).
Keep refrigerated for a maximum of 72 hours. If unable to ship to arrive at the lab within 72 hours, freeze and ship the next business day Mon-Thur only.
Not for testing animals exhibiting clinical signs - please refer to individual BVDV-PCR test information.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight, Monday-Thursday only, in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $68.25/pool. Individual specimens within a positive pool will be identified by BVDV ELISA for an additional fee of $4.00/ear notch.
Samples from different owners will not be pooled.
Pooled testing should only be used for detection of Persistently Infected (PI) animals in herds without clinical signs of BVDV. Although it is possible to detect acute BVDV infections, clinical suspects should be tested individually to avoid false negative results. If an animal tests positive, we recommend testing again in 3-4 weeks to confirm PI status. EDTA blood is the preferred specimen for follow-up testing.
USDA approved test.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Ear notch/fresh ~1 sq cm unfixed
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
This test is designed to detect persistently infected animals only. If acute BVD is suspected, we recommend virus isolation, FA or PCR testing
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Use a "pig ear notcher" to remove a ~1 sq cm notch from the outer haired portion of the ear. Place in an empty tube (red tope) and seal. Store on ice or in refrigerator prior to shipping. Collect blood in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
Ear notch is the preferred specimen but serum can be used if the animal is over 4 months of age
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day (if received by 5pm on Tuesday)**Additional Information:
*Fees are $17.25 each for the first 2 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test. If 15 or more samples are submitted, please refer to BVDV-PI PCR-Pooled Ear Notches
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00 pm on Tuesday to be included in the Wednesday run
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Abortion: Kidney, adrenal, lung, organs with lesions
GI disease: Peyer's patch, mesenteric lymph node, EDTA whole blood (preferred specimens) or intestine, lesions from GI tract
Respiratory: lung and associated lymph nodes, EDTA whole blood
Immunotolerant (PI): ear notch, EDTA whole blood, kidney, thymus, spleen
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time, all tests are $34.75 each
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood - 1 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect blood from each animal in separate EDTA tubes. Individual samples must be identified and submitted separately; samples will be pooled by the laboratory
Camelid: up to 5 EDTA/pool for >61 days of age; 2 EDTA/pool for <61 days of age (blood from animals >61 days of age will no tbe pooled with those that are <61 days of age)
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $56.75/pool and includes confirmation of individuals if a pool tests positive. Samples from different owners will not be pooled.
Pooled testing should only be used for detection of Persistently Infected (PI) animals in herds without clinical signs of BVDV.
Although it is possible to detect acute BVDV infections, clinical suspects should be tested individually. Pooling specimens can produce a dilution effect increasing the risk of "false negatives". If an animal tests positive, we recommend testing again in 3-4 weeks to confirm PI status
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $8.25 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $8.25 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test
SPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day (if received by 3pm)Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 for the first test, each additional test from the same owner at the same time is $13.25
SPECIES
OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
Next day**Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first 2 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm on Wednesday to be included in the Thursday run. If testing a large number of samples &/or animals for sale/export, please call the OVDL Lab at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum, heparinized plasma or ocular fluid - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/ plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, tracheal or pharyngeal swab, transtracheal wash, BAL, or lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline can be added if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Panel includes:
BRSV
BVD
BCoV
IBR
*Fee is $79.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $71.75 each. Mycoplasma spp. PCR may be added for an additional fee.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces; fecal swabs in Cary-Blair or Amies transport media recommended.
Bovine reproductive samples in 2-5ml lactacted Ringers should arrive within 4 hours of collection or transport in Cary-Blair transport media. Split the sample for Trichomonas testing if laboratory will not receive within 4 hours.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Obtain fresh feces without environmental contaminants or debris
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
3-4 daysSPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Liver, kidney
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
Canine, Mink, RaccoonSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Acute: bladder, lung, EDTA whole blood
Neurologic: brain (periventricular area near 4th ventricle & cerebellum), lung, bladder, EDTA whole blood
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days*Additional Information:
*Turn around time: Acute - 1 day, Neurologic - 3 days
SPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh kidney, lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues, submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes (synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated. NOTE: If culture is desired, submit a duplicate swab in the appropriate bacterial transport media.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1-2 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
**Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time, all tests are $34.75 each.
*A STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests
Specimens are screened for the Influenza Matrix protein gene. The matrix gene is found in all Influenza Type A viruses. This test has been demonstrated to detect Avian, Canine, Equine and Swine Influenza Type A viruses including, H5N1, H3N8, H3N2 and H1N1. Result is for the matrix gene only, indicating whether or not an Influenza Type A virus is detected in the specimen. Subtyping assays (H1, H3, N1, N2) may be requested, but have not been validated for canine specimens.
SPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal or throat swab
Tracheal wash
Lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes(synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated. NOTE: If culture is desired, submit a duplicate swab in the appropriate bacterial transport media.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same group at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Ileum and Jejunum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
CanineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal or throat swab, tracheal wash, 1-5 grams lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Use synthetic swabs (Dacron or Polyester) with a plastic or wire shaft. Place swab into a dry, sterile tube without gel or anticoagulants (red-top serum tube or dry transport tube). One or two drops of sterile saline may be added to keep swab moist.
Tissue specimens should be placed into sterile, leak proof containers, clearly marked with the animal ID.
To prevent PCR inhibition:
Do not use cotton swabs (no q-tips) or swabs with wooden or paper shafts. Do not use swabs that contain agar, gel or calcium alginate.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
This real-time PCR Panel includes:
- Bordetella
- Canine parainfluenza
- Influenza virus - Type A (IAV) (detects, but will not differentiate, all influenza-A viruses including: H3N8, H3N2, H1N1, H5N1)
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for STAT requests.
Analytical validation is complete; however, clinical/diagnostic validation, according to AAVLD/OIE requirements is in progress.
SPECIES
Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum**
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, in leak proof container(s). Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next day**Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first two tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm on Tuesday to be included in the Wednesday run.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
CervidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
7 daysAdditional Information:
Testing days are dependent on sample load. If testing a large number of animals for sale/export, please call us at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times.
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first two tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
SPECIES
Avian, ReptileSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
200µl serum or heparinized plasma or 4+ heparinized hematocrit tubes
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Hematocrit tubes should be at least 3/4 full, sealed on one end
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: glucose, CK, AST, calcium, phosphorus, uric acid
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, creatinine, glucose, triglycerides, total protein, albumin, total bilirubin, CK, GGT, AST, Na, K, Cl, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, CO2, SDH, anion gap
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, total protein, albumin, total bilirubin, CK, ALP, GGT, AST, SDH
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, creatinine, glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, total protein, albumin, total bilirubin, CK, GGT, AST, Na, K, Cl, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, TCO2, SDH, anion gap, ßHBA, NEFA
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: Creatinine, CK, AST, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, creatinine, glucose, total protein, albumin, AST, Na, K, Cl, calcium, phosphorus
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: ßHBA, NEFA, triglycerides
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, creatinine, glucose, cholesterol, total protein, albumin, total bilirubin, CK, ALP, GGT, ALT, Na, K, Cl, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, anion gap, CO2
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, glucose, cholesterol, albumin, ALP, GGT, ALT, T. Bili
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 2.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red or green top tube, separate serum or plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Profile includes: BUN, creatinine, albumin, NA, K, Cl, phosphorus
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day (if received by 4pm)SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Tonsil, tonsil scraping, nasal swab
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Tonsil scraping and nasal swab should be placed in transport media sterile tubes (no gel or anticoagulant) with 1 ml viral transport liquid or a few drops of saline.
Collect and submit each fresh tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker. Freeze tissues, refrigerate scraping and swab.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 daysSPECIES
Bovine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh tissue - affected muscle or liver preferred
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtain specimen
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
This test is not for Clostridium perfringens.
Organisms included in this exam are:
C. chauvoei (Blackleg)
C. novyii (Gas gangrene, black disease, red water disease)
C. septicum (Gas gangrene, malignant edema)
C. sordellii (Wound or liver infections)
A preliminary stain (Seller's or Gram-Stain) will be performed to determine the presence of typical rods prior to performing the FA test. If no rods are seen, the FA exam will not be performed and the preliminary stain will be charged only.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Feces - 5.0 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day (if received by 12pm)SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces, intestinal contents or a tied-off loop of intestine. Biopsy sample of affected tissue.
A transport swab is less desirable unless it is specifically designed for anaerobes.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fresh sample collected in water-tight sealed container. Glove or OB sleeves are not acceptable.
Swab may be taken of affected area such as gangrenous tissue.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs. Swabs may be shipping in ambient temperatures.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This test is only to detect or rule-out Clostridium perfringens. Request aerobic and anaerobic cultures if other organisms may be suspected.
A positive culture may be sent for C. perfringens PCR toxin genotyping on request for an additional fee. This combination may be selected as part of the Ruminant Diarrhea/Scours Panel.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Feces - 5.0 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day (if received by 12pm)SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Bacterial culture isolate
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Refrigerate or freeze culture isolate
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $51.75 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $46.50 each
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top) AND an EDTA tube (purple top)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8 ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tube as this will cause erroneous results and the sample will be rejected. Fill one EDTA tube at least halfway. Immediately spin and separate the citrated plasma. Freeze the sample and ship the sample frozen on an ice pack. Send EDTA whole blood refrigerated.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Screen includes: PT, APTT, and platelet count
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates), RaccoonSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $41.50 each for the first test, each additional test from the same owner at the same time is $27.75 per test.
An antibody screen against the TP antigen (IgM) and the F antigen (IgG) are performed on all sera. If positive, the serum IgG antibody is endpoint titered for an additional fee ($46.25).
Antibodies against the “TP” antigen indicate recent, active infection. These are primarily IgM antibodies which appear within several days of infection. This ID test is usually positive within 1 week after infection and reverts to negative within a few months.
Antibodies directed against the “F ” antigen indicate active or recent past (up to 1 year) infection. The ID test is usually positive within four weeks after infection and remains positive throughout the clinically active disease.
The high rate of negative serologic tests observed among certain culturally demonstrable cases limits the predictive value of a negative test. Cross-reactions may be observed in patients harboring infections caused by other systemic fungi
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $25.75 each for the first eight tests, $19.50 each for 9-50 tests and $17.75 each for 51 test samples and beyond. Discounts applies to batches of samples received on the same day from one submitter.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
Serum IgG antibody is endpoint titered by limiting dilutions using the AGID technique against the Meridian "F" antigen.
Antibodies direct again the "F" antigen indicate active or recent past (up to 1 year) infection. The ID test is usually positive within four weeks after infection and remains positive throughout the clinically active disease.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood plus 1-2 freshly made blood smears (Avian- 2 heparinized hematocrit tubes with 2 blood smears)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top - fill at least 1/2 full
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSETUP DAYS
Monday-FridayTEST FEE
Avian/Reptile: $28.25, Large Animal: $38.00, Small Animal: $38.00Printable Version
Additional Information:
Large animal CBC includes fibrinogen.
Small animal CBC includes reticulocyte count.
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top tube. Do not centrifuge or freeze EDTA sample
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Samples must arrive in the laboratory no later than 24 hours after collectionTURNAROUND TIME
Same dayAdditional Information:
Contact the OVDL prior to submission at 541-737-3261
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Swabs in transport media, fluids or abscess material in sterile tubes, tissues in individual sterile bags.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen. Abscess material or swab best obtained from close to interior wall of abscess with bloody material to increase likelihood of obtaining live ogranisms.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This test is recommended for Equine and Caprine/Ovine caseous lymphadenitis cases, but the organism can be recovered from other species. If other organisms are suspected in an abscess or desired on the report, a routine Aerobic or Anaerobic culture must be requested. No sensitivity testing is available for this test due to its growth rate and intracellular nature.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma -0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
1 ml EDTA whole blood and 1 ml serum. Both samples required from donor and recipient.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect whole blood in an EDTA tube. For serum, collect in a red top tube and separate serum promptly
Do not freeze samples
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2 ml EDTA whole blood and 2 ml serum. Both samples required from both donor and recipient
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect whole blood in an EDTA tube. For serum, collect in a red top tube and separate serum promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or CSF - 1 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next dayAdditional Information:
The Cryptococcus Antigen Panel is a two test combination. Testing should be done when clinical evidence suggests diagnosis of cryptococcal disease and not as a screen procedure for the general population.
The first test is a lateral flow assay which yields a presence/absence report for detection of the capsular polysaccharide antigens of Cryptococcus species complex (Cryptococcus neoformans, serotype A and D, and cryptococcus gatti, serotype B and C). It not does provide a quantitative titer of the antigen concentration. If this test is positive, it is followed by a latex agglutination titer to obtain a semi-quantitative titer of the cryptococcal antigen in the blood or CSF.
If the initial qualitative test is negative for the capsular polysaccharide antigen, the second titration will not be run.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 1 gram minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. As this is a zoonotic parasite, caution should be used in collecting and packaging the specimen
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1 daySPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 3-5 grams, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed, leak proof container. OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This real-time PCR assay detects Cryptosporidium spp. DNA at the genus level, and will not differentiate between species.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
This real-time PCR assay may also be requested as part of the Ruminant Scours real time PCR panel or the more inclusive Ruminant Enteric Disease Diagnostic Panel.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
CSF - 1.0 ml minimum (0.5 ml in EDTA and 0.5 ml in red top tube)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect atraumatically in a red top and a lavender top tube. Sample must be refrigerated. Do not centrifuge or freeze samples.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Sample must arrive to the laboratory within 24 hours of collectionTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Analysis includes: cell count, glucose, CK, micro-protein and a cytology interpretation by a clinical pathologist
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fluid sample in an EDTA tube plus 1-2 air dried smears of the fluid
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect fluid in a lavender tope tube (EDTA). Do not freeze.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Analysis includes:cell count, total protein and a cytology interpretation by a clinical pathologist
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Aspirate, skin scraping, tissue imprint or blood smear on glass slides(s)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Spread cells into a mono layer on the slide(s). Do not heat fix. Label each slide according to site. For best results, submit more than 1 slide from each site and submit at least 1 slide unstained
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Submit slides in rigid plastic or styrofoam containers. Do not expose to moisture or formalin.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
*Lymph node fees are charged per site. Lymph nodes may be submitted as a single site, if desired. If not specified, all sites will be billed for accordingly.
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tube as this will cause erroneous results and the sample will be rejected.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Immediately spin and separate the citrated plasma. Freeze the sample. Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Affected areas of hair, scab, skin; beaks, claws, feathers, toenails are also acceptable. Swabs are not suitable for culturing dermatophytes. Sufficient material should be submitted to perform a KOH exam.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Specimen should be taken after first cleaning the area with 70% alcohol or a non-medicated, non-fungicidal soap. Specimen may be obtained by plucking hair with scabs, scraping nail bed or skin with scalpel blade
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Submit in a dry container such as a red top tube, Whirl-Pak® or Ziploc® bags. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Ship overnight or 2-day.TURNAROUND TIME
14 days*Additional Information:
*Turn around time for a dermatophyte culture is a minimum of 14 days for a negative (no growth) to 30 days for a positive. Care should be taken obtaining specimen(s) as common zoophilic dermatophytes can infect humans.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Submit inoculated test media plate or tube.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Specimen (hair, scabs, skin, beak, feathers) should be taken after first cleaning the area with 70% alcohol or a non-medicated, non-fungicidal soap. Specimen may be obtained by plucking hair with scabs, scraping nail bed or skin with a scalpel blade. Inoculate your preferred test media.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Seal plate or tube and ship in Ziploc® bag(s). Do not refrigerate or freeze. Ship overnight or 2-day.TURNAROUND TIME
Up to 14 days*Additional Information:
Test media should be labeled with animal name and date inoculated. It may be incubated at room temperature prior to submission.
Laboratory identification may take 1-14 days or more. Only presence/absence of dermatophyte is reported.
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top) and EDTA tube (lavender top)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8 ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tubes as this will cause erroneous results and sample will be rejected. Fill one EDTA tube at least halfway.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Immediately spin and separate the citrated plasma. Freeze the sample. Send EDTA refrigerated. Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Includes: PT, APTT, D-dimer, and platelet count. Under filling of the blue top tube may result in false prolongation of coagulation times.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood and/or 2 blood smears
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top tube, fill at least half full. Make two fresh blood smears.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Send EDTA refrigerated. Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Do not freeze.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams fresh feces, or intestinal contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
This real-time PCR assay may also be requested as part of the Ruminant Scours real time PCR panel or the more inclusive Ruminant Enteric Disease Diagnostic Panel.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams feces or intestinal contents. Suspect bacterial isolate recovered by Bacteriology Section will be forwarded for Escherichia coli -K99 rule out using real-time PCR if requested by submitter
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1-3 daysAdditional Information:
$38.50 fee is in addition to the fee for the bacterial culture
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine - 2-4 ml and serum or plasma - 1-2 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Samples must be collected at the same time. Collect urine in a red top tube. Collect blood in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Note: Furosemide alters values and should not be used prior to sample collection.
*Price is per sample/electrolyte (Electrolytes available include: Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium)
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Milk - 1 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in leak proof containers.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Panel includes: sodium, calcium, potassium
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Panel includes: sodium, chloride, potassium, TC02
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine - 1.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in leak proof containers
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Panel includes: sodium, chloride, potassium
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Enteric Disease: 5 gm fresh feces or intestinal scraping from upper and lower intestine/colon; Contagious Ecthyma - ORF: biopsy from base of proliferative lesions or teats and oral cavity, scabs (Caprine/Ovine specific)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect and place in plastic screw-top vial or Whirl-Pak® or Ziploc® bag for each sample collected. NO GLOVES OR OB SLEEVES! Clearly label with the animal ID and the specimen in the container
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same dayAdditional Information:
Enteric Disease: Adenovirus, Calicivirus, Coronovirus, Enterovirus, Parvovirus, Rotavirus. * Specimens are processed on Thursday morning and examined by TEM on Thursday afternoon. Specimens must be received by 5:00 pm Wednesday to be included in the Thursday morning run. Results will be reported by 5:00 pm Thursday.
SPECIES
Wild RuminantSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Spleen, Lung, Lymph node, Liver, Heart
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sterile non-hemolysed serum: 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days**Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 for the first test, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test. This test takes 2-3 days to confirm a negative test.
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm on Monday to be included in the Tuesday run. If testing a large number of animals, please call the OVDL at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times.
SPECIES
Camelid, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $14.00 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test form the same herd at the same time is $8.50 per test.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Respiratory: Lung
Neurologic: Spinal Cord
Enteric: Intestine
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate fresh tissues; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces, intestinal contents/scraping or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed, leak proof container.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces (5-10g), intestinal contents/scraping, intestinal tissue
For the Clostridium toxin ELISA tests, feces must be received or frozen within 24 hours after collection of sample.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place fecal specimen in a sealed, leak proof container - Gloves are not acceptable
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, **STAT request: partial results - same day if specimen received by 10am; full results (including Salmonella spp.) the next business dayAdditional Information:
The Equine Enteric PCR Panel includes testing for Cryptosporidium spp., Equine Coronavirus (ECoV), Lawsonia intracellularis, Neorickettsia risticii (Potomac Horse Fever - PHF), and Salmonella spp.
For additional testing for enteric pathogens, see the Equine Enteric Disease/Diarrhea Diagnostic Panel
**Overnight enrichment in Selenite broth is required for detection of Salmonella spp., results available the following business day
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for all STAT requests.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces, intestinal contents
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place fecal specimen in a sealed, leak proof container - DO NOT SHIP IN GLOVES OR OB SLEEVES!
- Feces must be received or frozen within 24 hours after collection of sample.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Multi-sectionSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, **STAT request: partial results - same day if specimen received by 10:00 am; full results (including Salmonella spp.*) the next business day.SETUP DAYS
Monday-FridayTEST FEE
$141.00 Complete Diagnostic Panel - $93.50 PCR Panel OnlyPrintable Version
Additional Information:
The Equine General Enteric/Diarrhea Diagnostic Panel includes the following:
PCR:
- Equine Coronavirus (ECoV)
- Lawsonia intracellularis
- Neorickettsia risticii (Potamic Horse Fever - PHF)
- Salmonella spp.
ELISA
- Clostridium difficile, toxins A & B
- Clostridium perfringens, enterotoxin (CPE)
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Cryptosporidium spp. real-time PCR assay is available for an additional $36.75 each.
PCR Panel only may be run for $93.50.
*For equids, validated Salmonella PCR testing requires overnight incubation in selenite enrichment broth. The post-enrichment Salmonella PCR results are reported separately after overnight incubation. Results will be available the next business day following enrichment.
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for STAT requests.
Determination of diagnostic sensitivity and specificity is currently in progress.
SPECIES
Camelid, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $14.00 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $8.50 per test
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal swab (preferred specimen), EDTA blood
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs (flocked swab or Dacron tipped swab with plastic or wire shaft) in dry sterile tubes without anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top tube works well. Flocked swabs are preferred. Keep specimens refrigerated.
Specimen collection from suspect EHV or EHM case (live horse with clinical disease):
- Wear disposable gloves and change gloves between each horse
- If a twitch is used to restrain the horse, it must be washed and disinfected between horses
- Collect nasal swab using a flocked swab or Dacron tipped swab with plastic or wire shaft
- Swab should be in contact with nasal mucosa for at least several seconds
- Place swab in a dry sterile tube (no anticoagulants or gel) and label sample
- Swabs are available from the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory; please call 541-737-3261
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT requests: results same day if specimen received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
The EHV real-time PCR Panel includes screening for EHV-1 and EHV-4 viruses. If EHV-1 DNA is detected, the specimen will be further tested using the EHV-1 allelic discrimination real-time PCR assay. The EHV-1 allelic discrimination PCR assay will differentiate between wild type (non-neurotropic) and the neurotropic genotypes, also referred to as the N752 or A2254 genotype (non-neuropathogenic allele) and the D752 or G2254 genotype (neuropathogenic allele). http://vetmed.oregonstate.edu/sites/vetmed.oregonstate.edu/files/main/perkins_et_al_2009_ehv-1_retrospective_study.pdf
PCR testing of non-symptomatic, exposed horses is NOT recommended. Submit serum samples for testing non-symptomatic horses for exposure to the EHV viruses and request EHV-1 and EHV-4 serology
*Fee is $59.50 per specimen for the first 3 specimens, each additional specimen from the same herd at the same time is $52.00
**A fee of $42.00 will be assessed for all STAT requests.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
Type 1 subtype H7N7, Type 2 subtype H3N8
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, transtracheal wash or lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs (flocked or Dacron tipped swab - avoid wooden shafts) in dry sterile tubes - no anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
The Equine Respiratory real-time PCR Panel includes testing for:
- Equine Herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) - includes neurotropic genotyping on positive results
- Equine Herpesvirus-4 (EHV-4)
- Equine Rhinitis virus A (ERVA)
- Equine Rhinitis virus B (ERVB)
- Influenza-A (targets the IAV matrix gene, which detects all Influenza Type-A viruses, including H3N8)
- Equine Viral Arteritis virus (EVA)
- Streptococcus equi, subsp. equi
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
4-5 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $14.00 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $8.50 per test
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, transtracheal wash or lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes(synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
This real-time PCR assay will detect and differentiate Equine Rhinitis A virus and Equine Rhinitis B virus.
*Fee is $41.00 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $37.00 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, transtracheal wash, spleen, thymus
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drop sof saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
EVA PCR is for diagnostic purposes only and not cleared for import/export certification. For import/export certification, virus isolation is required
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly OR collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $14.00 each for the first 3 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $8.50 per test
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Feces
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in leak proof container (e.g. red top tube)
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
False positives may occur in animals on meat-based diets
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 5 grams in leak-proof bag or tube.
Sputum or tracheal wash - 2-5ml in leak-proof tube.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
To detect the presence of lungworm larvae feces must be very fresh, collected directly form the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
The Baermann procedure on fresh feces can detect larvae of the meningeal worm of white-tailed deer. If older feces are used, larvae of strongyles and non-pathogenic nematodes may be found while lungworm larvae (and meningeal worm) may no longer be present.
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 5 grams, samples older than 5 days should be rejected as embryonation and loss of ova may have occurred.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collected feces directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
This technique is used for cattle, goats, sheep and ruminant wildlife.
*A concurrent quantitative fecal exam is required (Sugar Centrifugation or McMasters), additional charge applies. A minimum of 25 Trichostrongyle eggs/gram must be identified in order to warrant running the test.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 5 to 10 grams in leak-proof bag or screw-capped tube.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Very fresh droppings or direct from rectum to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
This method (McMaster technique) reveals the presence of parasite ova and/or cysts, e.g. roundworm, strongyle and tapeworm ova as well as coccidial oocysts.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 5-10 grams in leak-proof bag or tube.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect fresh feces directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
This method reveals the presence of liver fluke ova, Fasciola hepatica and others including Nanophetus (salmon poisoning). It is also used for best detection of Diphyllobothrium (usually marine mammals).
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh sample collected in a water-tight, leak-proof container. Gloves or OB sleeves are not acceptable. Minimum of 5 grams of feces (approximately golf-ball sized).
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect very fresh feces to eliminate extraneous soil organisms and for best recovery of lungworm larvae.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
This panel is recommended for animal health screening and includes:
- Sugar Centrifugation for parasite eggs and oocysts
- Baermann exam for lungworm larvae
- Giardia FA
- Cryptosporidium exam (slide not PCR)
The sugar centrifugation technique is used as a certain parasite ova and oocysts are not readily detected by other float methods such as the McMaster technique. The sugar centrifugation method is primarily for camelid, canine and feline species but can be used for other species as well.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 2-5 grams
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect fresh feces directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
Certain parasite ova and oocysts are not readily detected by the McMaster technique. The sugar centrifugation technique is used primarily for camelid, canine and feline species but can be used for other species as well.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 1-2 grams in leak-proof bag or screw-capped tube
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Very fresh droppings or direct from rectum to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. As this is a zoonotic parasite, caution should be used in collecting and packaging the specimen. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
Do not submit dried feces on a slide
This technique is used primarily to screen if ova or oocysts are in very high numbers, or for larvae that may not survive quantitation solutions
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 5 grams (golf-ball size). Samples older than 5 days should be rejected as embryonation and loss of ova may have occured.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect feces directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Collect into a water-tight sealed screw-capped container or zippered plastic bag. Glove or OB sleeves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
This technique is used for cattle, goats, sheep and ruminant wildlife.
This panel includes a McMasters screen and Haemonchus contortus if a minimum of 25 Trichostrongyle eggs/gram are identified in the McMasters.The Haemonchus report will only be indicated as positive/negative with no percentage of the organism. This panel is recommended for checking post-treatment or on a herd basis. The McMasters must be completed prior to running the Haemonchus test, which will be run by the regular schedule.
SPECIES
FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung, Bronchial Lymph node, Kidney
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh lung, bronchial lymph node
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or ascites fluid - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is." Ascites fluid is sent "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Next daySPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top (EDTA) tube
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Thymus, kidney, spleen, lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Swab of abscess, external ear, nasal, tracheal wash, tissue or open wound
Please note: Submitting sufficient material increase the likelihood of recovery of fungal species.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
External specimens should be taken after first cleaning the area with 70% alcohol or non-medicated, non-fungicidal soap. Collect tissues aseptically.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping.TURNAROUND TIME
4 days to 6 weeks*Additional Information:
*Turn around time is dependent upon typical pathogen expected or requested as some fungi may take more than 4 weeks to isolate and identify.
Note on the submission form the suspected organism or if systemic fungi (histoplasmosis, blastomycosis or coccidioidomycosis) are suspected. Histology is recommended for these cases rather than culture.
Use Dermatophyte Culture for routine dermatophyte samples (skin/hair/nails).
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fungal culture media inoculated from affected areas. Indicate date of inoculation of culture.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
External specimens should be taken after first cleaning the area with 70% alcohol or a non-medicated, non-fungicidal soap. Aseptically obtained tissue or swab.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Seal plate or tube and ship in Ziploc® bag(s). Ship overnight or 2-day; do not refrigerate or freeze.TURNAROUND TIME
Up to 14 days*Additional Information:
*Turn around time is dependent upon typical pathogen expected or requested as some fungi may take more than 4 weeks to isolate and identify. Many fungi are difficult to definitively identify and may be sent (on request) to a reference laboratory for additional charges.
Please note on the submission form the suspected organism or if systemic fungi (histoplasmosis, blastomycosis or coccidioidomycosis) are suspected. Histology is recommended for these cases rather than culture.
Use Dermatophyte Culture or Identification for routine dermatophyte sample/media (skin/hair/nails).
The OVDL does not perform fungal susceptibility testing.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces - 1-2 grams in leak-proof bag or screw-capped tube. Rectal or fecal swab may be used.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Very fresh droppings or direct from rectum to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. As this is a zoonotic parasite, caution should be used in collecting and packaging the specimen. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
Do not submit dried feces on a slide.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces- 1-2 grams in a leak-proof bag or screw-capped tube. Refrigerate in leak-proof tube or bag.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect fresh droppings or direct from rectum to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. As this is a zoonotic parasite, caution should be used in collecting and packaging the specimen. Do not submit in latex gloves or OB sleeves.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
Do not submit dried feces on a slide.
This technique is used primarily to reveal the presence of Giardia flagellates in very fluid specimens, but may reveal coccidian oocysts, parasite ova and Eimeria macusaniensis (if numbers are high enough).
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sterile swab in transport media, tissues in individual sterile Whirl-Pak® bags.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained sample. Common specimens include: Caprine/Ovine - placenta; Feline - conjunctival swab; Exotic birds - air sac, liver, spleen; Ducks/Geese/Pigeon - conjunctiva, eyelid.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
Some diseases caused by Chlamydiae and Coxiella burnetii can be detected by stained tissue smears and swab slides.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum, heparinized plasma or EDTA plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top, green top or purple top, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fluid in red top tube, sterile swab in transport media, tissues in individual sterile bags.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained sample
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
The Gram stain technique is used to identify and classify bacterial cells into Gram-positive and Gram-negative rods.
If submitting swabs for a aerobic/anaerobic culture (in addition to gram stain), please provide two swabs.
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in EDTA only - 1.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in EDTA blood tube. Do not freeze or centrifuge.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 dayAdditional Information:
Pathogenic heartworm, Dirofilaria immitis, causes congestive heart failure in dogs. The Modified Knott's test detects the presence of micofilaria in the blood
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
We require a minimum of 6 unstained smears MADE ON CHARGED SLIDES in addition to slides submitted for cytologic diagnosis*.
You can call our front office at 541-737-3261 to request that charged slides be shipped to your clinic for your use. Smears made on uncharged slides will be rejected as of January 7, 2019.
Alternatively, aspirates of lesions (e.g. lymph nodes) may be submitted in EDTA with 1 mL of phosphate buffered saline (or 0.9% NaCl, LRS, Normosol) + 0.1 mL of patient serum for processing by the clinical pathology laboratory.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Samples submitted in EDTA must be received within 48 hours of acquisition.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship glass slides in a rigid plastic or styrofoam slide container. Do not expose slides to moisture or refrigerated samples. Ship samples in EDTA tubes overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs - DO NOT FREEZE.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysAdditional Information:
*The cost of the panel does not include initial diagnostic cytology. A record of diagnosis of lymphoma from another lab is sufficient to pursue immunophenotyping.
Diagnostic accuracy is limited to the presence of intact cells in each sample.
Lymphoma panel includes CD3 and CD79A stains.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next day*Additional Information:
*Samples must be received by 4:00 pm daily to be reported by 5:00 pm the following day.
Test method is quantitative RID (radial immunodiffusion) test
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next day*Additional Information:
*Samples must be received by 4:00 pm daily to be reported by 5:00 pm the following day.
Test method is quantitative RID (Radial immunodiffusion) test used to determine success or failure of passive transfer (FPT)
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 day*Additional Information:
*Samples must be received by 4:00 pm daily to be reported by 5:00 pm the following day.
Test method is quantitative RID (radial immunodiffusion) test.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or EDTA whole blood - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a lavender top tube
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
SNAP Foal IgG test; semi-quantitative
SPECIES
OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Next day*Additional Information:
*Samples must be received by 4:00 pm daily to be reported by 5:00 pm the following day
Test method is quantitative RID (radial immunodiffusion) test
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining is used in the diagnosis of abnormal cells such as those found in cancerous tumors and infectious diseases; this method analyzes/identifies cell type(s) based on the binding of antibodies to specific components of a cell.
Immunihistochemistry Stains:
BCV - Bovine Coronavirus
BLA.36
CD 3 (T-cell)
CD 18, Canine
CD 18, Feline
CD 20
CD 31
CD 79-a (B-cell)
CD117 (c-kit)
Chromogranin A
Cytokeratin (AE1/AE3)
Cytokeratin (Wide Spectrum)
Desmin
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (CCV2-2 or V3-70)
GFAP - Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein
Influenza A (H1N1)
Ki67
Leptospira
Listeria
MAC 387 (Macrophage Marker)
Melan A
MUMI
Muscle Actin
Neuron Specific Enolase
Pax-5 (B-cell marker)
S-100 Protein
Smooth Muscle Actin
Synaptophysin
Toxoplasma gondii
Vimentin
VonWillebrand Factor
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, transtracheal wash, lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes(synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-5 daysAdditional Information:
Specimens are screened for the Influenza Matrix protein gene. This Matrix gene is found in all Influenza Type A viruses. This test has not been fully validated in all species, however it has been demonstrated to detect Avian, Canine, Equine and Swine Influenza Type A viruses including, H5N1, H3N8 and H1N1.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams fresh or frozen feces or intestinal contents.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Samples may be collected directly from an animal or picked up from the ground (environmental), free of dirt and debris. Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container, preferably with a leak proof, screw top lid. Gloves are not acceptable.
For pooled testing, individual samples must be identified with animal ID and submitted separately; samples will be pooled by the laboratory. Up to 5 fecal specimens/pool.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
1-3 daysSETUP DAYS
Monday-FridayTEST FEE
Individual specimens: $38.50*; Pooled specimens: $48.50Printable Version
Additional Information:
This real-time PCR assay detects DNA from Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis, direct from feces or bacterial isolates.
This assay is USDA approved for Bovine species only. Due to the limited number of submissions from small ruminant and cervid species, validation cannot be accomplished within AAVLD specifications; however, test results are confirmed with positive or negative controls.
*Individual samples; Fee is $38.50 each if submitting up to 3 samples. If 4 or more samples are submitted from the same herd at the same time, all tests are $34.75 each. No additional discount for pooled specimens.
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh gill, kidney, spleen, intestine, brain
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect fresh tissues as indicated above; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests, if 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces, intestinal contents/scraping or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed, leak proof container - OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This real-time PCR assay detects Lawsonia intracellularis DNA.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube and separate the serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 day (Tuesday)Additional Information:
Test method is microscopic agglutination; six serovars include L. bratislava, L. canicola, L. grippo, L. hardjo, L. ictero, L. pomona. Sample(s) to arrive by noon on Monday to be reported by 5:00 pm following day.
Call us at 541-737-3261 if you will be submitting more than 10 samples.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine - 5-10 ml (as fresh as possible to prevent degradation of the Leptospira organism and/or EDTA whole blood - 2-4 ml
Kidney (as fresh as possible to prevent degradation of the Leptospira organism)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Refrigerate urine and EDTA whole blood - Do not allow specimens to freeze.
Freeze kidney and submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 daysAdditional Information:
The Leptospira spp Real-Time PCR assay can detect Leptospira species in blood during the acute phase of the infection, usually during the first week prior to seroconversion. Detection in urine is usually 7-14 days post infection, and it may or may not be detected in the blood at this time. We recommend testing both blood and urine due to variations in shedding.
**Fee is $38.50 per specimen (if submitting urine and EDTA whole blood the fee will be $77.00) for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Brainstem is preferred for Listeria monocytogenes. Sterile swabs in transport media, fluid in sterile tubes and other tissue in individual sterile bags may be submitted.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimens; tissue may be fresh or frozen, fluid and swabs should be refrigerated.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-4 days*Additional Information:
*Turn around time for fastidious or slow-growing organisms requires longer than 48 to 72 hours
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red to tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
5-6 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $16.25 for the first test, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $8.50 per test.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum, heparinized plasma or ocular fluid - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine or CSF - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh intestine/intestinal mucosal scraping in individual sterile Whirl-Pak® bags; do not send glass slides. Urine in a sterile red top tube.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained sample.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Urine must be kept at room temperature and delivered to the OVDL within 1 hour of collection.TURNAROUND TIME
1 daySPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Affected areas of hair, scab, skin submitted dry in a plastic bag or sterile tube; do not send glass slides.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Cleanse lesion with alcohol wipe. Scrape scabs and hairs from the edge of the lesion with sterile scalpel blade. Affected hairs may be trimmed or plucked.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysAdditional Information:
The KOH microscopic exam is included in the dermatophyte culture request but may be requested separately.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Milk - 2 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimens, preferably in a 15 ml screw-cap tube. Freeze samples if it will take longer than 24 hours to get them to the OVDL. Caution: Do not overfill tubes, especially if the samples will be frozen.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
9 daysAdditional Information:
Call us at 541-737-3261 if you will be submitting more than 10 samples.
SPECIES
Bovine, CaprineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Milk - 2 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimens, preferably in a 15 ml screw-cap tube. Freeze samples if it will take longer than 24 hours to get them to the OVDL. Caution: Do not overfill tubes, especially if the samples will be frozen.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Call us at 541-737-3261 if you will be submitting more than 10 samples.
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Bulk Tank Milk - 10 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimens, preferably in a 15 ml screw-cap tube. Freeze samples if it will take longer than 24 hours to get them to the OVDL. Caution: Do not overfill tubes, especially if the samples will be frozen.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Standard Bulk Tank Culture includes: total count, Staph. aureus, Strep. agalactiae, Strep. species (not agalactiae), coliform, misc. bacteria.
Call us at 541-737-3261 if you will be submitting more than 10 samples.
- Add Mycoplasma for $10.00. Turn around time 9 days.
- Add Pasteurized Plate Count $11.00
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Milk - 2 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimens, preferably in a 15 ml screw-cap tube. Freeze samples if it will take longer than 24 hours to get them to the OVDL. Caution: Do not overfill tubes, especially if the samples will be frozen.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Call us at 541-737-3261 if you will be submitting more than 10 samples.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Skin scraping
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Deep skin scraping with a sterile scalpel blade sent in a sterile tube; no oil please.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
No special requirements; overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysSPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Submit whole fish
- Option: pool up to 3 fish for the price of an individual - non fixed specimens only.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. Keep non-fixed tissues refrigerated or frozen prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3-7 days (allow extra time for fixed tissues)Additional Information:
*Fixed and paraffin embedded tissue: Add $20.00 each for DNA prep. Include an Acid-Fast stained slide with each tissue block or add $14.00 for slide prep.
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Submit whole fish
- Option: pool up to 3 fish for the price of an individual - non fixed specimens only.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. Keep non-fixed tissues refrigerated or frozen prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3-7 days (allow extra time for fixed tissues)Additional Information:
*Fixed and paraffin embedded tissue: Add $20.00 each for DNA prep. Include an Acid-Fast stained slide with each tissue block or add $14.00 for slide prep.
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Submit whole fish
- Option: pool up to 3 fish for the price of an individual - non fixed specimens only.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. Keep non-fixed tissues refrigerated or frozen prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3-7 days (allow extra time for fixed tissues)Additional Information:
*Fixed and paraffin embedded tissue: Add $20.00 each for DNA prep. Include an Acid-Fast stained slide with each tissue block or add $14.00 for slide prep.
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Submit whole fish.
- Option: pool up to 3 fish for the price of an individual - non fixed specimens only.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. Keep non-fixed tissues refrigerated or frozen prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs (Monday-Thursday only)TURNAROUND TIME
3-5 days (allow extra time for fixed tissues)Additional Information:
Panel includes testing for M. chelonae, M. haemophilum, and M. marinum.
*Fee is $82.25 each for the first 4 tests. If 5 or more tests are submitted from the same facility at the same time all tests are $74.00 each.
- Fixed and paraffin embedded tissue: Add $20.00 each for DNA prep. Include an Acid-Fast stained slide with each tissue block or add $14.00 for slide prep.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Conjunctival swab, deep nasal swab, lung, milk, synovial fluid, transtracheal wash, BAL
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee us $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time, all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Sterile swabs in transport media (flocked swabs using Amies transport media recommended), tissues in individual sterile bags, fluids or small tissues in sterile tubes.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen. Refrigerate and submit as soon as possible.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
9 days minimumSPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Tracheal or cloacal swab, lung, trachea
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (eg. red-top tubes, no anticoagulants). Do not use bacterial transport swabs or any tubes containing agar gel or charcoal, as these are inhibitory for PCR. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 4 tests. If 5 or more tests are submitted from the same group at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
Note: NPIP approved test is performed at the Oregon Department of Agriculture Animal Health Laboratory.
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2 ml EDTA whole blood, liver, spleen
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect whole blood in lavender top tube. Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-5 daysAdditional Information:
Previously known as Camelid Eperythrozoon
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Conjunctival swab, deep nasal swab, lung, synovial fluid, transtracheal wash, BAL, milk, etc.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests, if 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
This test is not suitable for detection of hemotropic mycoplasmas, formerly Eperythrozoon spp.
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Post necropsy, remains will only be released to a licensed crematory service. Arrangements must be made directly with the crematory service, prior to delivery to the OVDL. If no selection is made, routine disposal will be completed.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
Necropsy charges cover 1-3 fish submitted for necropsy.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDl between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Post necropsy, remains will only be released to a licensed crematory service. Arrangements must be made directly with the crematory service, prior to delivery to the OVDL. If no selection is made, routine disposal will be completed.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Avian, Fish, MinkSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
Necropsy charges cover 1-3 animals submitted for necropsy.
- Post necropsy, remains will only be released to a licensed crematory service. Arrangements must be made directly with the crematory service, prior to delivery to the OVDL. If no selection is made, routine disposal will be completed.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
>Post necropsy, remains will only be released to a licensed crematory service. Arrangements must be made directly with the crematory service, prior to delivery to the OVDL. If no selection is made, routine disposal will be completed.
For Histology testing, click here.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains.
For histology testing click here
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL Between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains.
For histology testing click here
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Deliver to the OVDL between 8am-5pm Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains. Remains are not released post necropsy, however, arrangements may be made for cremation of head, heart and hooves.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Deliver to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains. Remains are not released post necropsy, however, arrangements may be made for cremation of head, heart and hooves.
*For bovines over 30 months of age an additional disposal surcharge of $60.00 will apply
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Post necropsy, remains will only be released to a licensed crematory service. Arrangements must be made directly with the crematory service, prior to delivery to the OVDL. If no selection is made, routine disposal will be completed.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Camelid, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Remains may also be delivered to the OVDL between 8am-5pm, Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains. Remains are not released post necropsy, however, arrangements may be made for cremation of head, heart and hooves.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Camelid, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh whole body
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
NecropsySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Deliver to the OVDL between 8am-5pm Monday through FridayTURNAROUND TIME
Turn around times are dependent upon whether ancillary testing is needed, 1-2 weeks are standard.Additional Information:
- Necropsy fee includes disposal of remains. Remains are not released post necropsy, however, arrangements may be made for cremation of head, heart and hooves.
For Histology testing click here
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
AvianSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
Camelid, EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee Covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
Avian, FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
HistopathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
TURNAROUND TIME
VariesAdditional Information:
*Fee covers all tissues submitted on a deceased animal
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red to tube, separate serum promptly or collect in serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Wednesday**Additional Information:
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm on Monday to be in the Tuesday run. If testing a large number of samples or animals for sale or export, please call us at 541-737-3261. With advanced notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turn around times.
*Charges are $17.25 each for the first 2 tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or a green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum prompt or collect in a serum separate tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Next**Additional Information:
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first three tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm Tuesday to be included in the Wednesday run.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood or 2-4 hematocrit tubes
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a lavender top tube - fill at least 1/2 full. Under filling of the EDTA tube may results in a diluted sample and falsely decrease PCV.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $8.25 each for the first 3 tests. Each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top).
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8 ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tube as this will cause erroneous results and the sample will be rejected. Immediately spin and separate the citrated plasma. Freeze the sample prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Under filling of the blue top tube may result in false prolongation of coagulation times.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum and nasal swab (both specimens required for detection of both viruses) or 1-5 g lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
To prevent PCR inhibition:
DO NOT USE COTTON SWABS (NO Q-TIPS) or swabs with wooden or paper shafts. Do not use swabs that contain agar, gel or calcium alginate. Use synthetic swabs (Dacron or Polyester) with a plastic or wire shaft. Place swab into a dry, sterile tube without gel or anticoagulants (red-top serum tube or dry transport tube).
All specimens should be placed into sterile, leak proof containers, clearly marked with animal ID.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT requests: results same day if specimen received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
Panel includes detection of Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV-2) and Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV). Detection of PRRSV includes differentiation between European (EU) and North American (NA) subtypes.
Swine influenza virus, including subtyping, may be added for an additional fee. See Porcine Respiratory qPCR Panel.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh lung and associated lymph node, trachea
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with a permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lymph node, spleen, tonsil, Peyer's Patches
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum, lung, kidney, liver, spleen, intestine, tonsil, fetal fluids
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect 1-5 g tissue or at least 0.5 ml serum (removed from clot). If using a serum separator tube, please centrifuge prior to shipment.
Collect specimens into sterile, leak proof containers, clearly marked with animal ID using a black permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, Same day if STAT** (specimens must be received by 10am)Additional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time, all tests are $34.75 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
~2-3 grams fresh feces, fecal swab, small intestine, intestinal contents or intestinal scraping
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-2 daysAdditional Information:
Testing includes detection and differentiation of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV), Swine Deltacoronavirus (SDCoV), Transmissible Gastroenteritis Virus (TGEV) and Porcine Rotavirus (PRV-A).
*Fee is $55.25 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $49.50 each.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2-3 grams of fresh feces, intestinal contents/scraping or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed, leak proof containers, labeled with individual animals IDs.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh lung and liver from mummified fetus
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
0.5 ml serum (separated)
EDTA blood (tube at least 1/2 full)
1-5 g tissue: lung, spleen, lymph node or tonsil
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Use synthetic swabs (Dacron or Polyester) with a plastic or wire shaft, Place swab into a dry, sterile tube without gel or anticoagulants (red-top serum tube or dry transport tube).
To prevent PCR inhibition:
Do not use cotton swabs (no q-tips) or swabs with wooden or paper shafts. Do not use swabs that contain agar, gel or calcium alginate.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
This real-time RT-PCR assay detects both the European (EU) and North American (NA) subtypes of PRRSV. Results for each subtype are reported.
*Fee is $45.25 each for the first 3 tests, 4 or more tests submitted from the same herd at the same time are $41.00 each
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum and nasal swab (both specimens required for virus detection) or 1-5 grams lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Use synthetic swabs (Dacron or Polyester) with a plastic or wire shaft. Place swab into a dry, sterile tube without gel or anticoagulants (red-top serum tube or dry transport tube).
All specimens should be placed into sterile, leak proof containers, clearly marked with animal ID.
To prevent PCR inhibition: Do not use cotton swabs (no q-tips) or swabs with wooden or paper shafts. Do not use swabs that contain agar, gel or calcium alginate.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT requests: results same day if specimen received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
The Porcine Respiratory PCR Panel includes:
- Porcine Circovirus Type 2 (PCV-2)
- Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus (PRRSV)
- Swine Influenza Virus (IAV-S)
- Mycoplasma spp.
Detection of PRRSV includes differentiation between European (EU) and North American (NA) subtypes. Detection of IAV-S includes H1, H3, N1 and N2 subtyping.
**STAT fee of $42.00 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Short length of the anterior small intestine and jejunum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate samples as indicated above; submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in a leak proof container. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
3 daysAdditional Information:
Please Note: Electron Microscopy is the preferred testing method for porcine rotavirus.
SPECIES
Bovine, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2-3 grams fresh feces, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimens in sealed leak proof containers, labeled with individual animal IDs.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA blood, fresh feces, intestinal contents/scraping
Recommend testing both blood and feces (fee applies for each specimen)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect at least 2-3 ml of blood in appropriate size tube, so that tube is at least half full.
Place fecal specimen in a sealed, leak proof container - OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
This real-time PCR assay detects Neorickettsia risticii DNA, the causative agent of Potomac Horse Fever.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1 daySPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly. Do not use serum separator tubes.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleAdditional Information:
Samples received in the lab after 4pm will be tested the next business day
SPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in a 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8 ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tube as this will cause erroneous results and the sample will be rejected. Under filling of the blue top tube may result in false prolongation of coagulation times. Immediately spin and separate the citrated plasma before freezing the sample.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
FishSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
- Submit whole fish
-
Fixed & paraffin embedded tissue:
- Add $12.00 each for DNA prep.
- Include an Acid-Fast stained slide with each tissue block or add $12.00 for slide prep.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimens in a sealed leak proof container. Keep non-fixed tissues refrigerated or frozen prior to shipping.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
3-7 days (allow extra time for fixed tissues)Additional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same facility at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Samples may be an entire carcass, an intact head, or dissected brain tissue. Dissected brain tissue must include a complete cross section of the brain stem and cerebellum preferably or, if cerebellum is unavailable, brain stem and hippocampus are acceptable.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate samples as indicated above; submit sample(s) triple bagged and packaged to prevent contamination of the outside of the package and cross-contamination of contents within the package.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight shipping is recommendedTURNAROUND TIME
With in 48 hoursAdditional Information:
This laboratory tests only non-human contact animal cases and human contact cases as approved by state public health practitioners at the Oregon State Public Health Lab and various county health departments around Oregon and Washington. Testing cannot be completed in human contact cases without prior approval.
Click here for additional information and a submission form.
*Fee listed above includes our accession fee
*Disposal fees will be charged for whole animals submitted for rabies testing. Small mammals - $8.50; Ag animals, cats/dogs, horses, llama/alpacas, and wildlife < 300 lbs = $29.50. Ag animals, horses and wildlife >300 lbs = $57.75. Bats are not subject to the disposal fee.
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung and associated lymph nodes, trachea, transtracheal wash, nasal, tracheal or pharyngeal swabs
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker. Place swabs into dry, sterile tubes (no anticoagulants or gel); a few drops of saline may be added, if available. Keep specimens refrigerated and ship within 24 hours.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days minimumAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
EDTA whole blood
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in lavender top tube - fill at least 1/2 full.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate and deliver to the laboratory as soon as possible. Storing of blood for more than 12 hours may cause artificially lower values for reticulocytes.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces, intestinal contents/scraping, intestinal tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place fecal specimen in a sealed, leak proof container - OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
Validation is currently in progress.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 5 g fresh feces or intestinal contents. If submitting tied off sections of intestine, submit 2 individual sections to allow for dispersal to lab sections.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
- Fresh feces, collected directly from the animal's rectum or from very fresh droppings to eliminate extraneous soil organisms. Collect into water-tight sealed container. DO NOT SHIP IN GLOVES OR OB SLEEVES!
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Multi-sectionSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container with ice packs. Ship M-Th only, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
The diagnostic panel for ruminant diarrhea and scours includes the following testing:
- Real-time PCR panel for detection of Bovine coronavirus, Bovine rotavirus-group A, Cryptosporidium spp, E. coli-K99 and Salmonella spp.
- Giardia spp. FA test
- McMaster's fecal flotation (bovine, caprine, ovine); Sugar centrifugation (camelid). Reveals the presence of parasite ova and/oocysts, e.g. roundworm, strongyle and tapeworm ova as well as coccidial oocysts.
- Identification of Haemonchus contortus if > 25 eggs/g trichostrongyles are detected.
- Culture and serotyping for Salmonella spp, if positive by PCR.
Additional testing available at discounted pricing when requesting the entire diagnostic panel:
- Clostridium perfringens culture and PCR toxin genotyping $45.00
- Johne’s Disease (MAP) real-time PCR $30.00
- Testing for BVDV (must submit EDTA blood) $30.00
NOTE:
The E. coli-K99 PCR assay is specific for detection of the K99+ antigen and will not detect other strains of E. coli.
Salmonella PCR testing requires overnight incubation in selenite enrichment broth. The post-enrichment Salmonella PCR results are reported separately after overnight incubation. Results will be available the next business day following enrichment.
The Bovine Rotavirus PCR assay is specific for Group A rotaviruses and will not detect other common rotaviruses (i.e., Group B, commonly detected in sheep and goats).
Determination of the diagnostic sensitivity and specificity for the PCR assays is in progress.
All tests may be requested individually, see website for details.
SPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, OvineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams of fresh or frozen feces, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. DO NOT SHIP IN GLOVES OR OB SLEEVES!
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
Panel is designed for ruminants < 8 days old and includes detection of Bovine Coronavirus, Bovine Rotavirus-Group A, Cryptosporidium spp, E. Coli-K99+ and Salmonella spp.
*Fee is $57.75 each for the first 3 specimens. If 4 or more specimens are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $51.75 each. Each pathogen within the panel may be tested for individually, for $35.75 each.
NOTE:
The E. coli-K99+ PCR assay is specific for detection of the K99+ antigen and will not detect other E. coli strains.
The Bovine Rotavirus PCR assay is specific for Group A rotaviruses and will not detect other common rotaviruses (i.e., Group B, commonly detected in goats).
Parasitology/culture should be added if additional pathogens are suspected; see Ruminant Enteric Disease Diagnostic Panel.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
- 2 grams of feces or a tied-off section of intestine in a sealed container. Transport media specific for feces is acceptable. Do not submit in gloves or OB sleeves.
- Sterile tissues (liver etc).
- For other specimens call the laboratory.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Very fresh feces or aseptically collected tissues. Swabs may not contain enough material for adequate recovery. DO NOT SHIP FECES IN OB SLEEVES OR GLOVES!
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs. Do not freeze.TURNAROUND TIME
3 day minimumAdditional Information:
There is a three day minimum turn-around for negative cultures. Positive cultures may take up to a week for biochemical confirmation and Salmonella "O" grouping. Positive isolates are forwarded to the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory for additional identification (at no further charge). Sensitivity testing may be added for an additional charge on request.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
3-5 grams of fresh feces or intestinal contents
Pre-enrichment in selenite broth is required prior to testing; this will add 24 hours to the turnaround time.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed leak proof container. DO NOT SHIP IN OB SLEEVES OR GLOVES!
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
This real-time PCR assay may also be requested as part of the Ruminant Scours real time PCR panel or the more inclusive Ruminant Enteric Disease Diagnostic Panel.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerated, leak proof containers. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Swabs in transport media (flocked swabs using Amies transport media recommended), tissues in individual sterile bags, fluids or small tissues in sterile tubes.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Aseptically obtained specimen. Abscess material or swab best obtained from close to interior wall of abscess with bloody material to increase likelihood of obtaining live organisms. Nasal swabs or wash; gutteral pouch endoscopic lavage or swab.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
BacteriologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
This test is recommended to confirm live organisms in a PCR positive animal, for screening when introducing a new animal or for outbreak control monitoring. Use this test if no other aerobic bacteria are of diagnostic concern. If other organisms, including other steptococci, are suspected, a routine Aerobic or Anaerobic culture must be requested. Sensitivities are not performed on this test. Strep equi ssp. equi remains sensitive to penicillin and it is the drug-of-choice.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Deep nasal swab, transtracheal wash or lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect nasal swabs into dry sterile tubes(synthetic swab - avoid wooden or paper shafts). NO Q-TIPS. Tubes should not contain anticoagulant or gel; plain red-top vacutainer tubes work well. Place transtracheal wash or tissue into sterile, leak-proof containers. Keep specimens refrigerated. If culture is desired, submit a duplicate swab in the appropriate bacterial transport media.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2-3 grams of fresh feces, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimen in a sealed, leak proof containers, labeled with individual animal IDs.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Nasal swab or 1-5 grams of lung tissue
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Use synthetic swabs (Dacron or Polyester) with a plastic or wire shafts. Place swab into a dry, sterile tube without gel or anticoagulants (red tope serum tube or dry transport tube).
All specimens should be placed into sterile, leak proof containers, clearly marked with animal ID.
To prevents PCR inhibition:
Do not use cotton swabs (no q-tips) or swabs with wooden or paper shafts. Do not use swabs that contain agar, gel or calcium alginate.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 days, STAT request: Same day if specimen is received by 10:00am; after 10:00am, results in 24 hours.**Additional Information:
Specimens are screened for the influenza matrix protein gene, which is found in all Influenza Type A viruses (IAV). If influenza virus is detected in the specimen, additional testing will be performed for detection and differentiation of subtypes H1, H3, N1 and N2.
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
**STAT fee of $31.50 will be added for STAT requests.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Lung
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect specimens aseptically into individual, sterile, leak proof containers and label with permanent marker
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysSPECIES
Canine, Equine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Whole blood in 3.2% sodium citrate tube (blue top)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Fill one 3.2% citrated blue top tube (1.8 ml) to the blue fill indicator marked on the label. Do not short fill or over fill the citrate tubes as this will cause erroneous results and sample will be rejected. Deliver at room temperature.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Deliver to lab at room temperature within two hours of collectionTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
Canine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 1.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or Plasma - 1.0 ml preferred, 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is"
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day shipping in an insulated container, with ice packs.TURNAROUND TIME
1-3 daysAdditional Information:
Testing days are dependent on sample load. If testing a large number of animals for sale/export, please call us at 541-737-3261. With advance notice, alternate testing times are possible to expedite turnaround times.
*Fee is $17.25 each for the first two tests, each additional test from the same herd at the same time is $7.00 per test.
SPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Short length of anterior small intestine
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Submit each sample individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in a leak proof container. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
3 daysSPECIES
PorcineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
2-3 grams of fresh feces, intestinal contents or intestinal tissue.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Place specimens in sealed leak proof containers, labeled with individual animal IDs.
OB sleeves or gloves are not acceptable.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight in an insulated container, with ice packs. Ship Monday-Thursday, to arrive no later than Friday.TURNAROUND TIME
2-3 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same herd at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.
SPECIES
Bovine, FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Bovine reproductive samples in 2-5 ml lactated Ringers should arrive within 4 hours of collection or use transport media for shipping in Cary-Blair or other liquid transport media such as UTM or Amies. Best transport is directly inoculating Trichomonas InPouch (Biomed Diagnostics, White City, OR).
Feces - 1ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Preputial scraping, cervical-vaginal mucus and/or pyometra fluid samples may be obtained with a sterile AI or infusion pipette then placed in a sterile tube containing no more than 5 ml Lactated Ringers Solution.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Leak proof container, do not refrigerate or freeze. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
6 days for bovine reproductive samples, 12 days for feline fecal samplesAdditional Information:
If Campylobacter testing is also required, please see Campylobacter Culture for more information.
Reproductive samples in bovine are for clinical diagnostic samples. Client should contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture Animal Health Lab in Salem (503-986-4686) for the USDA approved PCR test for movement, sale or other regulatory purposes.
SPECIES
BovineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
InPouch® TF pouch inoculated by submitter.
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Preputial scraping, cervical-vaginal mucus and/or pyometra fluid samples may be obtained with a sterile AI or infusion pipette then transferred to an InPouch® TF pouch. Samples are to be collected fresh and immediately inoculated into the culture pouch. Follow directions and use caution when filling and closing the pouch to avoid leakage.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Leak proof container, do not refrigerate or freeze. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
6 daysAdditional Information:
Reproductive samples in bovines are for clinical diagnostic samples. Client should contact the Oregon Department of Agriculture Animal Health Lab in Salem (503-986-4686) for the USDA approved PCR test for movement, sale or other regulatory purposes.
See also - Trichomonas Culture
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
FelineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Fresh feces or rectal swabs
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Rectal swab taken without lubricants. One gram fresh feces with no contaminating litter material.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
ParasitologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-dayTURNAROUND TIME
12 daysAdditional Information:
Do not refrigerate or freeze.
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum or heparinized plasma - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or green top tube, separate serum/plasma promptly
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine - 5.0 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a clean, dry, leak proof container(s). Note method of collection on submission form.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Urine - 0.5 ml minimum
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top or plain plastic tube
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Clinical PathologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Ship overnight or 2-day in an insulated container, with ice packsTURNAROUND TIME
Same day, when possibleSPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Specimen requirements are determined by species and disease process; they can include conjunctival scrapings/swab, nasal/ocular swab, preputial/vaginal swab in viral transport media; fresh tissue, semen, tracheal wash, whole blood (EDTA).
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect appropriate sample(s) for disease process; submit each sample individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker as to content and animal ID.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
VirologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in a leak proof container. Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1 to 2 weeksAdditional Information:
*First 1-3 samples are a flat $80.75. Each additional sample is then $29.00 each.
SPECIES
CamelidSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days**Additional Information:
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm Wednesday to be included in the Thursday run.
SPECIES
EquineSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Serum - 0.5 ml
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Collect in a red top tube, separate serum promptly or collect in a serum separator tube, spin and send "as is."
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
SerologySHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in leak proof tube(s). Overnight or 2-day shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2 days**Additional Information:
**Sample(s) must be received by 5:00pm Wednesday to be included in the Thursday run
SPECIES
All Species (exc. primates)SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
- Corvid: brain or oropharyngeal swab on FTA card
- Owl: kindey (preferred), brain, eye, heart
- Raptor: brain, eye or aqueous humor swab on FTA card, ante mortem: EDTA whole blood, pin (blood) feather
- Other Avian: brain
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Freeze tissues and submit each tissue individually bagged and labeled with permanent marker; refrigerate eye; keep FTA card dry and at room temperature
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in a leak proof container. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
1-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same flock at the same time all tests are $34.75 each
SPECIES
Insect/mosquitoes onlySPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Mosquitoes in 2 ml snap cap tube - frozen (no additive preferred)
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Freeze mosquitoes in tubes
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Keep frozen, dry ice may be required. Overnight shipping is required.TURNAROUND TIME
1-4 daysAdditional Information:
*Surveillance only - call the lab at 541-737-3261.
SPECIES
BatSPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS
Guano, skin swab, environmental swab, skin tissue, soil
COLLECTION PROTOCOL
Dip the tip of a dry sterile swab into a sample tube (2 ml microcentrifuge tube) containing approx. 150 ul sterile nuclease-free water to moisten the tip (most water will be absorbed by the swab).
Sample one of the bat's forearms and adjacent wing tissue between the elbow and wrist by gently ROLLING the swab across the surface of skin (three passes back & forth). Rolling the swab as it is moved along the skin prevents abrading the delicate wing skin.
Place the swab tip into the same sample tube used to moisten the swab, and break off the protruding plastic shaft of the swab without touching the rim of the tube or inside of the lid with your fingers. Close the lid tightly.
Do not use bacterial transport swabs or any tubes containing agar gel or charcoal, as these are inhibitory for PCR. Hold swab samples chilled (4°C) if they are to be shipped within 2 days following collection; otherwise freeze samples at -20°C until they are shipped. If stored at -20°C, samples should be received by the lab within 4 weeks from collection.
DIAGNOSTIC SECTION
Molecular DiagnosticsSHIPPING REQUIREMENTS
Refrigerate, in a leak proof container. Overnight shipping is recommended.TURNAROUND TIME
2- 4 daysAdditional Information:
*Fee is $38.50 each for the first 3 tests. If 4 or more tests are submitted from the same group at the same time all tests are $34.75 each.