Species
Avian
Bovine
Bat
Camelid
Canine
Caprine
Cetacean
Cervid
Equine
Exotic
Feline
Lagomorph
Ovine
Pinniped
Porcine
Reptile
Rodent
Wildlife
Diagnostic Section
Bacteriology
Test Codes
8141
Test Fee
$37.00
Setup Days
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Turn Around Time
14 days
Shipping Requirements
Label all samples. Ship at ambient temperature. Sterile, sealed, leak-proof plastic bag or container.
Specimen Requirements
Deep skin scrapings or hair plucks from affected area. Toothbrushes NOT recommended.
Collection Protocol
Sample should be aseptically collected. Do not add formalin, saline, or broth to fresh tissue. Area may need to be cleaned of environmental contaminants before sampling. Contact lab for recommendations.
Culture and identification of fungal dermatophytes from hair or skin scrapings