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Direct smegma samples now accepted for trichomonas testing at TVMDL’s Canyon lab

April 20, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

close up of black bull with green grass in background

The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has expanded the Tritrichomonas foetus – Bovine (rtPCR) test offering. Clients interested in testing bovine samples for Tritrichomonas foetus can now submit direct smegma samples to … [Read more...] about Direct smegma samples now accepted for trichomonas testing at TVMDL’s Canyon lab

Filed Under: News, Test Catalog Updates Tagged With: bovine, bulls, cattle, cows, Molecular Diagnostics, trich, trichomonas, trichomonias, Virology

March 20-26: National Animal Poison Prevention Week

March 21, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Little white maltese dog and food ingredients toxic to him

Each year, National Animal Poison Prevention Week is observed the third week of March. This week is used to demonstrate safety practices and mitigation strategies to prevent pets from accidentally being exposed to potentially toxic sources. Although … [Read more...] about March 20-26: National Animal Poison Prevention Week

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: analytical chemistry, poison prevention, toxic, toxicology

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory reminds pet owners to stay aware of springtime parasites

March 18, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Tick in the dog's fur

As Texas continues to warm up and prepare for spring, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, is reminding animal owners to be aware of common springtime parasites that have the potential to impact animal … [Read more...] about Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory reminds pet owners to stay aware of springtime parasites

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Chagas, dogs, fleas, mosquitos, parasites, pets, ticks

Diagnostic guidance: Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever

February 28, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

tick on tweezers held up in front of a brown and white chihuahua

Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever (TBRF) is caused by several species of bacteria in the genus Borrelia. Similarly to Lyme disease, which is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi, these bacteria are spread by ticks and cause non-specific clinical signs. In … [Read more...] about Diagnostic guidance: Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: clinical pathology, molecular diagnostic, parasites, spring, tick

How to properly prepare a blood smear

February 21, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Eight glass slides with blood smears used as examples

Although there have been substantial advances in benchtop hematology instrumentation for veterinary species, manual evaluation of a blood smear remains a vital part of a complete blood count (CBC). At the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic … [Read more...] about How to properly prepare a blood smear

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: blood, clinical pathology, glass slide, smear

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab reminds dog owners to be aware of kissing bug

February 14, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

close up of kissing bug on white background

February is typically a time of love and affection. However, this month the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, is reminding dog owners that some kisses can be deadly. Chagas disease, spread by a family of insects known … [Read more...] about Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab reminds dog owners to be aware of kissing bug

Filed Under: News Tagged With: blood, Chagas, dogs, kissing bugs, serology, serum, TVMDL

Diagnostic guidance: Calf diarrhea

February 7, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Black calf in green pasture with one ear sticking up

This post is from the TVMDL Calf Diarrhea producer handout.  Diarrhea is the most prevalent illness in calves during the first 28 days of life. Although diarrheas are discussed as being caused by a single disease entity, most cases of diarrhea are … [Read more...] about Diagnostic guidance: Calf diarrhea

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: bovine, calf, cattle, cow, diarrhea

Diagnostic Guidance: Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) Complex

January 31, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Cow standing in a pasture on a cattle ranch in Oklahoma

This post is from the BRD Complex producer handout. Bovine Respiratory Disease, commonly called “Shipping Fever”, is said to be the most costly disease affecting stocker and feedlot cattle. It is estimated that over $3 billion is spent annually on … [Read more...] about Diagnostic Guidance: Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) Complex

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: bovine, cattle, livestock

Carcinomatosis in laying chickens

January 31, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

A closeup shot of a large plymouth rock chicken at a farm

Carcinomatosis in laying chickens Martin Ficken, DVM, PhD, ACVP  A female Gray Barred chicken was presented to the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) in Gonzales. The chicken was approximately 2 years old and weighed … [Read more...] about Carcinomatosis in laying chickens

Filed Under: Case Study Tagged With: Avian, chicken, histopathology, necropsy, pathology, poultry

Jessie earns 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in technical category

January 24, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Woman with black hair and black floral dress accepting a plaque from a woman with white hair and a black suit

Kiana Jessie, histopathology technician at the College Station laboratory, is a 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the technical category. Jessie joined TVMDL over … [Read more...] about Jessie earns 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in technical category

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Kalynn Rodriquez awarded 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in student category

January 24, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Woman with brown hair and a green sweater accepting a plaque from a woman with white hair and a black suit

Kalynn Rodriquez, student worker in the diagnostic services section at the College Station laboratory, is the 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the student … [Read more...] about Kalynn Rodriquez awarded 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in student category

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Gomez awarded 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence for Diagnostic Services

January 21, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

man in glasses holding a plaque next to a woman in glasses with white hair

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Assistant Agency Director for Pathology Gabriel Gomez, DVM, PhD, DACVP is the 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence for Diagnostic Services recipient. The Vice Chancellor’s Awards in … [Read more...] about Gomez awarded 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Award in Excellence for Diagnostic Services

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Keeping livestock healthy during a Texas winter

January 19, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Red calf standing beside mother in snowy field

Texas winters are infamously fickle. Each year, weather conditions range from mild temperatures with high humidity to record-setting rain, sleet, and sometimes, snow. It’s also not uncommon for Texas to experience these weather conditions throughout … [Read more...] about Keeping livestock healthy during a Texas winter

Filed Under: News Tagged With: bovine, cattle, livestock, Texas, veterinary diagnostics, winter

Waggoner recipient of 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in technical category

January 17, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Woman in maroon shirt posing with an award plaque

Aubrey Waggoner, necropsy technician at the Canyon laboratory, is a 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the technical category. Waggoner joined the Canyon laboratory … [Read more...] about Waggoner recipient of 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in technical category

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Wang recipient of 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in administrative category

January 10, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Woman with black hair and a gray suit accepting a plaque from a woman with white hair and a black suit

Xiaoyan Wang, business intelligence manager, is a 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the administrative category. Since joining TVMDL three years ago, Wang has … [Read more...] about Wang recipient of 2021 Director’s Excellence Award in administrative category

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Rodriguez recognized as 2021 recipient of Director’s Excellence Award

January 10, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

woman with glasses in white sweatshirt accepts plaque from woman in black cardigan and white hair

Ashley Rodriguez, veterinary laboratory supervisor, is a 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the administrative category. Rodriguez joined the agency in 2020 as a … [Read more...] about Rodriguez recognized as 2021 recipient of Director’s Excellence Award

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

TVMDL recognizes employees with a combined 190 years of service

January 3, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Three gold award pins showing 5, 10, or 25 years of service

Each year, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) recognizes employees for their years of service to the agency. This year, the agency recognized 14 employees who have served TVMDL a combined 190 years. Please join … [Read more...] about TVMDL recognizes employees with a combined 190 years of service

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Gomez selected as 2021 recipient of Director’s Excellence Award in professional category

January 3, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

Man wearing a white shirt and black vest accepting plaque from woman with white hair and black suit

Gabriel Gomez, DVM, PhD, DACVP, assistant agency director for pathology, is the 2021 recipient of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Director’s Excellence Award in the professional category. Gomez has been part of … [Read more...] about Gomez selected as 2021 recipient of Director’s Excellence Award in professional category

Filed Under: Awards & Honors, News

Listeriosis in a goat doe

January 3, 2022 by Mallory Pfeifer

A group of white and brown goats graze in a green pasture

Listeriosis in a goat doe Guy Sheppard DVM, Jessie Monday DVM, MS, Laura Rice DVM, MS, DACVP Samples from a one-year-old Boer goat doe were received at the TVMDL for testing.  The doe had displayed neurological signs including unilateral paresis, … [Read more...] about Listeriosis in a goat doe

Filed Under: Case Study Tagged With: anatomic pathology, caprine, college station, goat, histopathology, pathology, TVMDL

TVMDL retires Ammonia (Distilation)

December 29, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

woman with brown hair and safety glasses pouring liquid into tube in laboratory

Starting December 30, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) will no longer offer Ammonia (Distilation). Requests for this test have remained consistently low the past two years. As an alternative, clients interested in … [Read more...] about TVMDL retires Ammonia (Distilation)

Filed Under: News, Test Catalog Updates Tagged With: analytical chemistry, bovine, caprine, cervid, ovine, toxicology, TVMDL

Pet owners should be vigilant of potentially toxic sources during the holidays

December 20, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

Cat and Dog eating and drinking Santa's cookies and milk.

Each year the holidays bring together family, friends, and food. Spending time with others is a special part of the season. The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) encourages pet owners to remain vigilant during … [Read more...] about Pet owners should be vigilant of potentially toxic sources during the holidays

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: analytical chemistry, holidays, pet, toxicology

TVMDL pathologist collaborates with Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to investigate Brucella‘s activation of RIDD pathway

December 14, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

Close up shot of microscope with blue background

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Assistant Agency Director for Pathology Gabriel Gomez, DVM, PhD, DACVP is part of a team who recently published a journal article covering the ability for certain pathogens to subvert … [Read more...] about TVMDL pathologist collaborates with Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences to investigate Brucella‘s activation of RIDD pathway

Filed Under: News, Research & Publications Tagged With: bacteria, brucella, brucellosis, pathology, publication, research

Durham joins Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab as assistant agency director for finance and chief financial officer

December 8, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

man with brown hair and glasses poses for a professional portrait while wearing black suit, white shirt, and blue tie

On December 6, Matthew Durham joined the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory’s (TVMDL) College Station laboratory. He will serve as the agency’s assistant director for finance and chief financial officer. Durham comes to TVMDL … [Read more...] about Durham joins Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab as assistant agency director for finance and chief financial officer

Filed Under: New Hires & Promotions, News

Best practices for submitting samples for brucellosis testing

November 22, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

Feedlot Cows in the Muck and Mud

Each year, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) performs thousands of tests for brucellosis. To ensure samples are accessioned and tested quickly and accurately, TVMDL recommends the following best … [Read more...] about Best practices for submitting samples for brucellosis testing

Filed Under: DX Guidance, News Tagged With: brucellosis, cattle, pseudorabies, submissions, swine

Polio Syndrome in Ruminants

November 1, 2021 by Mallory Pfeifer

Brown, white and black goat eating green grass

Polio Syndrome in Ruminants Guy Sheppard, DVM Polioencephalomalacia “Polio” is a syndrome of ruminant animals affecting the central nervous system. Seizures are the most notable sign, progressing quickly to the death of the affected animal … [Read more...] about Polio Syndrome in Ruminants

Filed Under: Case Study Tagged With: bovine, cattle, college station, ruminants, TVMDL, vitamins

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