Matthew Durham joined TVMDL in December 2021 as the agency’s assistant director for finance and chief financial officer. Mr. Durham came to TVMDL from the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) where he served as the assistant … [Read more...] about Matthew Durham
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Find a PT Tester
TVMDL Authorized Testing Agents To search for TVMDL Authorized Testing Agents by county Click the desired county on the map below. Click again to unselect the county and view all agents. Texas Animal Health Commission … [Read more...] about Find a PT Tester
PT Program Updates: Flock Owner Frequently Asked Questions
Texas Pullorm-Typhoid Program Feedback Form
PT Program Updates: Authorized Pullorum-Typhoid Tester Frequently Asked Questions
If you have additional questions, please use the Texas Pullorum-Typhoid Program Feedback Form. … [Read more...] about PT Program Updates: Authorized Pullorum-Typhoid Tester Frequently Asked Questions
Anatomic Pathology Section Overview
The anatomic pathology section employs over a dozen individuals with a diverse set of skills and experiences across a variety of species. Anatomic Pathology Section Highlights Board-certified pathologists with specialties in: … [Read more...] about Anatomic Pathology Section Overview
General Supplies
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Terry L. Dobrovolsky
Terry Dobrovolsky is the Agency Quality Assurance Manager for the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL). She has served in the role of Agency QA Manager since May 2006, and coordinates the Quality Program between the College … [Read more...] about Terry L. Dobrovolsky
Cremation
TVMDL does not provide cremation services, but we are happy to facilitate transfer of bodily remains to professional crematoriums following necropsy. On the TVMDL Submission Form, clients may request an animal is held for cremation following a … [Read more...] about Cremation
Regulatory Testing at TVMDL
Why is the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) State-Federal laboratory closing? TAHC was recently reviewed by the Sunset Advisory Commission. This review determined the TAHC State-Federal laboratory was no longer the most cost-effective option … [Read more...] about Regulatory Testing at TVMDL
TVMDL Chronic Wasting Disease (IHC) Testing Resources
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has compiled the following resources to assist clients submitting samples for chronic wasting disease (CWD) IHC testing. Click on the links below to more about TVMDL's CWD testing and … [Read more...] about TVMDL Chronic Wasting Disease (IHC) Testing Resources
Accessibility Policy
Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) is committed to providing a website that is accessible to all users The accessibility policy was approved and became effective October 25, 2019. View the Accessibility Policy TVMDL values … [Read more...] about Accessibility Policy
College Station and Canyon Submission Form Guide
TVMDL aims to provide clients with timely and accurate diagnostic testing services. The first step is receiving the submission form and specimen. It is important to complete all applicable fields on the submission form. The more descriptive a … [Read more...] about College Station and Canyon Submission Form Guide
PT New Tester Written Test
PT New Tester Proficiency Test
Specimen Import Spreadsheet
Download the Specimen Import Spreadsheet TVMDL encourages clients with multiple specimens, such as herd tests, to use the Specimen Import Spreadsheet to facilitate timely and accurate entry of animal/specimen information into our system. Please … [Read more...] about Specimen Import Spreadsheet
Pullorum-Typhoid Submission Form
Fiscal Year 2021 Transparency in State Agency Contracting and Procurement
September 2020 September Purchase Orders AB0564927 September 2020 Transparency Report October 2020 October Purchase Orders AB0571471 AB0575905 AB0571556 AB0574633 AB0574612 October 2020 Transparency … [Read more...] about Fiscal Year 2021 Transparency in State Agency Contracting and Procurement
Veterinary Services Section Overview
TVMDL’s Veterinary Services Section is composed of client services and sample receiving services, in addition to services provided by TVMDL's veterinary diagnosticians. TVMDL's client services are the truest representation of the agency. Staff in … [Read more...] about Veterinary Services Section Overview
Virology Section Overview
The virology section at TVMDL performs testing using timeless classical methods, such as cell cultures and egg inoculations. This section works with clients from across the world and performs testing from both domestic and exotic animal … [Read more...] about Virology Section Overview
Serology Section Overview
TVMDL's serology section utilizes validated serological assays to detect antibodies and antigens in a variety of animal species. Results are interpreted by veterinary professionals with decades of experience and expertise in an effort to provide … [Read more...] about Serology Section Overview
Molecular Diagnostics Section Overview
The molecular diagnostics section at TVMDL offers a range of DNA-based assays coupled with state-of-the-art equipment and expertise. While results alone help clients immensely, TVMDL offers interpretation of those results by diagnosticians and … [Read more...] about Molecular Diagnostics Section Overview
Histopathology Section Overview
The histopathology section at TVMDL thoroughly evaluates tissues through a variety of methods. Section members process biopsies, perform immunohistochemical staining, perform necropsies, and evaluate glass slides to ensure clients receive a … [Read more...] about Histopathology Section Overview
Clinical Pathology Section Overview
TVMDL's clinical pathology section performs testing in the areas of clinical pathology, endocrinology, and parasitology to characterize the health status of animals. A typical day might consist of evaluating parasites and cancer cells under a … [Read more...] about Clinical Pathology Section Overview