Zoonotic diseases are transmitted between animals and humans and can pose a significant threat to human health. It’s critical for veterinary clinic staff and TVMDL employees to handle animal samples in a way that minimizes the threat of zoonotic … [Read more...] about Mitigating the threat of zoonosis during sample shipment to TVMDL
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Dimitrov authors chapters in Merck Veterinary Manual over Newcastle disease
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Assistant Agency Director for Microbiology and Research and Develop, Kiril Dimitrov, DVM, PhD, recently authored two chapters in the Merck Veterinary Manual. His chapters cover a … [Read more...] about Dimitrov authors chapters in Merck Veterinary Manual over Newcastle disease
The passing of Dr. John Reagor, Veterinary Toxicologist Emeritus
John Reagor, PhD, Veterinary Toxicologist Emeritus, passed away on April 20. Reagor fervently served the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) as the agency’s toxicologist for 50 years. During his time at TVMDL he garnered … [Read more...] about The passing of Dr. John Reagor, Veterinary Toxicologist Emeritus
Too much (or too little) of a good thing: thyroid disease testing at TVMDL
The thyroid gland serves an important function in the overall health of animals. However, it can also lead to a host of health issues if not functioning properly. The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) offers several … [Read more...] about Too much (or too little) of a good thing: thyroid disease testing at TVMDL
TVMDL adds three heavy metal panels to test catalog
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has added three panel options for clients interested in testing for heavy metals. Previously, TVMDL offered one heavy metal panel for avian, mammalian, and non-animal samples. … [Read more...] about TVMDL adds three heavy metal panels to test catalog
Arnold contributes to evaluation of Salmonella prevalence in feeder cattle
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Client Services Section Head Dr. Ashley Arnold was lead author for a longitudinal evaluation of Salmonella in cattle. Environmental components and the cattle's lymph nodes were evaluated … [Read more...] about Arnold contributes to evaluation of Salmonella prevalence in feeder cattle
Cytauxzoon felis: An Overview
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Clinical Pathologist Dr. Yvonne Wikander recently co-authored a major review paper over Cytauxzoon felis, a tick-transmitted pathogen in feline. C. felis is the causative agent of … [Read more...] about Cytauxzoon felis: An Overview
Martins joins College Station laboratory as Virology Section Head
On March 1, Mathias Martins, DVM, MS, PhD, joined the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) in College Station. He will serve as the Virology Section Head. Martins earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Federal … [Read more...] about Martins joins College Station laboratory as Virology Section Head
Submitting high-quality clinical pathology samples for best results
Clinical pathology testing is most of the widely used disciplines in diagnostics. As such, it's imperative to ensure samples are submitted with the end goal in mind: quality results. Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) … [Read more...] about Submitting high-quality clinical pathology samples for best results
Exercise caution prior to exhibition: Copper toxicity in show animals
Exercise caution prior to exhibition: Copper toxicity in show animals Guy Sheppard, DVM As youth prepare livestock projects for exhibition at stock shows across the state, it is important to keep in mind the possibility of copper toxicity, … [Read more...] about Exercise caution prior to exhibition: Copper toxicity in show animals
TVMDL to offer in-house test for Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) in dogs
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) is pleased to announce the addition of Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) to its testing catalog. AMH concentrations aid in the classification of reproductive status of animals. At this … [Read more...] about TVMDL to offer in-house test for Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) in dogs
Future Directions for Ruminant Diagnostics
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Veterinary Diagnostician Jessie Monday, DVM, MS, DACVPM, recently served as a co-editor for an article published in Veterinary Clinics or North America: Food Animal Practice. The article … [Read more...] about Future Directions for Ruminant Diagnostics
Dominguez joins TVMDL as section head
On January 30, Brandon Dominguez, DVM, MS, DACVPM, joined the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) as the section head for Veterinary Services. As section head, Dominguez will lead TVMDL’s team of veterinary diagnosticians … [Read more...] about Dominguez joins TVMDL as section head
Delayed opening on Wednesday, February 1 for College Station, Center, and Gonzales labs
Due to expected inclement weather, TVMDL's College Station, Center, and Gonzales laboratories will open at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1. Clients are encouraged to monitor the TVMDL website for updates regarding business operations. … [Read more...] about Delayed opening on Wednesday, February 1 for College Station, Center, and Gonzales labs
Dimitrov contributes to literature over avian paramyxoviruses
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Assistant Agency Director for Microbiology and Research Kiril Dimitrov, DVM, PhD, was part of three groups that recently published journal articles covering avian paramyxoviruses. Dr. … [Read more...] about Dimitrov contributes to literature over avian paramyxoviruses
*Update 1/24 Canyon lab will be closed*
* Update 1/24 TVMDL Canyon will be closed today, January 24 due to inclement weather. Continue to monitor tvmdl.tamu.edu for updates to the Canyon lab's operating hours.* Due to inclement weather, TVMDL’s Canyon laboratory will open at 10 a.m. on … [Read more...] about *Update 1/24 Canyon lab will be closed*
Two professionals recognized with Texas A&M AgriLife Vice Chancellor’s Awards in Excellence
Texas A&M AgriLife has announced the 2023 recipients of the Vice Chancellor's Awards in Excellence. Among those honored are two professionals from the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL). TVMDL Veterinary … [Read more...] about Two professionals recognized with Texas A&M AgriLife Vice Chancellor’s Awards in Excellence
Five employees honored with Director’s Excellence Awards
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has announced the 2022 recipients of the Director's Excellence Awards. Given annually, the Director's Excellence Awards recognize outstanding employees who exemplify excellence … [Read more...] about Five employees honored with Director’s Excellence Awards
TVMDL adds panel to test catalog to aid in the detection of strangles
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) now offers a new strangles testing panel to assist equine clients in the detection of strangles. Earlier this year, TVMDL announced the addition of a multiplex real-time polymerase … [Read more...] about TVMDL adds panel to test catalog to aid in the detection of strangles
Texas Animal Health Commission updates trichomoniasis testing requirements
On December 27, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) updated the requirements for the Texas Trichomoniasis Program. Among the updates, TAHC increased the duration of transport time for direct smegma samples shipped in phosphate buffered saline … [Read more...] about Texas Animal Health Commission updates trichomoniasis testing requirements
College Station laboratory to experience brief power outage Tuesday, December 20
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory’s (TVMDL) College Station laboratory is scheduled to undergo routine maintenance to its electrical distribution system on Tuesday, December 20. All electricity to the facility will be briefly … [Read more...] about College Station laboratory to experience brief power outage Tuesday, December 20
TVMDL to discontinue cyanide and nitrate testing for hay and forage samples
Due to a decrease in requests, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) will soon discontinue nitrate and cyanide (prussic acid) testing for hay and forage samples. Starting immediately, TVMDL will no longer accept hay … [Read more...] about TVMDL to discontinue cyanide and nitrate testing for hay and forage samples
Hensley recognized as 2022-2023 Regents Fellow Service Award recipient
The Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) Board of Regents has recognized Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Assistant Agency Director for Diagnostic Services Terry Hensley, MS, DVM as a 2022-2023 Regents Fellow Service … [Read more...] about Hensley recognized as 2022-2023 Regents Fellow Service Award recipient
Chronic Wasting Disease testing: TVMDL’s role in protecting Texas wildlife
As the state veterinary diagnostic laboratory, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) tests hundreds of thousands of samples annually. However, on the brink of each year’s deer hunting season, test numbers begin to spike … [Read more...] about Chronic Wasting Disease testing: TVMDL’s role in protecting Texas wildlife
TVMDL retires Avian Encephalomyelitis Virus (ELISA)
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has retired the in-house Avian Encephalomyelitis Virus (ELISA) due to a significant decrease in demand. As an alternative testing option, TVMDL can refer samples to the University of … [Read more...] about TVMDL retires Avian Encephalomyelitis Virus (ELISA)