The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) experienced widespread network issues this morning. These issues caused the interruption of numerous laboratory workflows. Due to these issues, laboratory results may be delayed. … [Read more...] about Network issues causing a potential delay in results
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Cytology-Urine test added to TVMDL catalog
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) is pleased to announce the addition of Cytology-Urine to the test catalog. This new offering aims to aid in the characterization of urine and assist with the diagnosis of urinary … [Read more...] about Cytology-Urine test added to TVMDL catalog
Three TVMDL professionals present at Southwest Veterinary Symposium
Three professionals from the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) hosted continuing education presentations at this year's Southwest Veterinary Symposium (SWVS). This year's symposium was hosted in San Antonio, Texas. SWVS … [Read more...] about Three TVMDL professionals present at Southwest Veterinary Symposium
TVMDL promotes three professionals to leadership roles
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has promoted three professionals to leadership roles. On October 1, Julie Piccione, DVM, MS, DACVP, Gabriel Gomez, DVM, PhD, DACVP, and Kiril Dimitrov, DVM, PhD, began new roles as … [Read more...] about TVMDL promotes three professionals to leadership roles
Morris promoted to associate director for Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
Stacy Morris, former assistant director for the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, has been promoted to the agency’s associate director. In her new role, Morris will provide executive leadership for operational aspects including … [Read more...] about Morris promoted to associate director for Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
Matthews and Finley earn board-certification through American College of Veterinary Pathologists
Morgan Matthews, DVM, DACVP and Abigail Finley, PhD, DACVP, both pathologists at the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory's (TVMDL) Canyon laboratory recently earned board-certifications through the American College of Veterinary … [Read more...] about Matthews and Finley earn board-certification through American College of Veterinary Pathologists
World Rabies Day celebrates 15 years of raising awareness
Annually observed on September 28, World Rabies Day is a global health observance created in 2007 by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control (GARC). This day's aim is intended to motivate action for rabies prevention, raise awareness among … [Read more...] about World Rabies Day celebrates 15 years of raising awareness
Delayed FedEx deliveries expected in College Station
Due to Hurricane Nicholas, TVMDL's College Station laboratory is experiencing a slight delay in receiving FedEx packages. Packages are expected to arrive later this afternoon or tomorrow. If you're concerned about the status of your shipment, contact … [Read more...] about Delayed FedEx deliveries expected in College Station
De la Concha presents at 2021 Therio Conference
Earlier this summer, Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Veterinary Pathologist Andrés de la Concha, DVM, MS, PhD presented at the 2021 Therio Conference in Omaha, Nebraska. The Therio Conference is hosted by the Society … [Read more...] about De la Concha presents at 2021 Therio Conference
Monday discusses recent anthrax cases on Around the Caprock
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Veterinary Diagnostician Jessie Monday, DVM, MS was a recent guest on Texas Farm Bureau Radio Network's show Around the Caprock. She discussed two recent anthrax cases TVMDL confirmed in … [Read more...] about Monday discusses recent anthrax cases on Around the Caprock
Swinford named sole finalist for director of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has named Amy Swinford, DVM, DACVM, as the sole finalist for director of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL. Since July, Swinford has served as the agency’s … [Read more...] about Swinford named sole finalist for director of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
Photosensitization: Causes and testing options
Photosensitization is a serious skin condition in horses and cattle caused by a hazardous combination of certain plants and ultraviolet (UV) light. Certain plants contain photodynamic agents, which then cause a reaction in the animal’s body that … [Read more...] about Photosensitization: Causes and testing options
Sample instructions to improve vitamin and trace mineral test results
Sample instructions to improve vitamin and trace mineral test results Cat Barr, PhD, DABT The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has recently updated the sample requirements for Vitamins A and E in serum and for Trace … [Read more...] about Sample instructions to improve vitamin and trace mineral test results
Novel gammaherpesvirus associated with primary gastric T-cell lymphoma in a free-ranging giant armadillo in Brazil
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) pathologist Josué Díaz-Delgago, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVP is part of a team that recently published an article over a novel gammaherpevirus in a free-ranging giant armadillo in Brazil. The … [Read more...] about Novel gammaherpesvirus associated with primary gastric T-cell lymphoma in a free-ranging giant armadillo in Brazil
How to create a comprehensive serology testing plan
Prior to diagnostic testing, it’s important to determine what factors would lead to the most comprehensive assessment of an animal’s condition. Each case must be evaluated individually in order to establish the most practical diagnostic testing … [Read more...] about How to create a comprehensive serology testing plan
Presumptive Primary Cerebral T-Cell Lymphoma in a White-Tailed Deer
Four professionals from the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) recently contributed to literature covering a novel case in a white-tailed deer. Three members of TVMDL's anatomic pathology section, Josué Díaz-Delgado, DVM, … [Read more...] about Presumptive Primary Cerebral T-Cell Lymphoma in a White-Tailed Deer
TVMDL retires Mycoplasma gallisepticum (HI) and Mycoplasma synoviae (HI) tests
Starting July 1, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) will retire the Mycoplasma gallisepticum hemagglutination inhibition (HI) and Mycoplasma synoviae (HI) tests due to a decline in requests. As an alternative, … [Read more...] about TVMDL retires Mycoplasma gallisepticum (HI) and Mycoplasma synoviae (HI) tests
Recent study highlights the importance of testing stray Mexico origin cattle for tick-borne pathogens
The United States' cattle industry was ravaged in the early 20th century due to Texas cattle fever, a disease caused by tick-borne parasites Babesia bovis and B. Bigemia. These parasites were transmitted by two species of ticks in the sub-genus … [Read more...] about Recent study highlights the importance of testing stray Mexico origin cattle for tick-borne pathogens
Shipping samples in extreme heat
Much of Texas is beginning to experience triple digit heat. Typically, this period of extreme temperature will stretch across the entire summer. The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) encourages clients to ensure samples … [Read more...] about Shipping samples in extreme heat
TVMDL hosts Texas A&M AgriLife Veterinary Science Certificate Program
This week, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) hosted 30 students participating in the Texas A&M AgriLife Veterinary Science Certificate Program (VSCP). While at TVMDL, students toured the laboratory, listened to an … [Read more...] about TVMDL hosts Texas A&M AgriLife Veterinary Science Certificate Program
TVMDL retires Campylobacter fetus (Microagglutination)
Starting June 10, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) will no longer offer Campylobacter fetus (Microagglutination). Overtime, more reliable methods have been developed and requests for this test have steadily declined. … [Read more...] about TVMDL retires Campylobacter fetus (Microagglutination)
Akey set to retire from Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
After 34 years in the veterinary field, Bruce Akey, DVM, director of the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, Bryan-College Station, will retire at the end of June. Akey joined TVMDL in 2014. Since joining the agency, he has … [Read more...] about Akey set to retire from Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory
Heavy rains increase potential for mosquito-borne diseases
Recently, most of Texas has experienced record-setting rainfall. Flood waters can lead to a multitude of animal health concerns, but as the weather begins to warm up, one concern has the potential to be the most harmful: mosquitos. When it comes … [Read more...] about Heavy rains increase potential for mosquito-borne diseases
Celebrate with us! View the live stream of TVMDL Canyon’s grand opening
Join TVMDL as we celebrate the grand opening of our Canyon laboratory on June 3! We are excited to share in the excitement with our neighbors at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science's VERO as we both celebrate the grand … [Read more...] about Celebrate with us! View the live stream of TVMDL Canyon’s grand opening
TVMDL updates reference intervals for several feline tests
In an effort to always provide optimum client service, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory's (TVMDL) clinical pathology section in College Station recently completed a large study to update the reference intervals for several … [Read more...] about TVMDL updates reference intervals for several feline tests
