Equine
Equine Tests (223)
An accession fee of $8.00 is applied to each accession/case, not each specimen. An accession is defined as samples from the same animal / herd / flock, originating from a single animal owner, submitted for the same condition, collected at the same time. This allows clients to receive bulk testing of same species (from the same owner) under one accession. Poultry submissions requesting multiples tests (e.g., AI, Mg/Ms, culture, etc.) for a single flock are counted as one accession.
Turnaround times are estimates in business days and apply to individual tests. Actual reporting of test results depends on the full battery of tests requested, day of the week/time of day samples arrive at the testing laboratory, and the quantity/quality of samples submitted. Information on additional services and fees can be found here.
The tests and fee schedules are provided for use by TVMDL clients, including veterinarians and animal owners. Fees charged to animal owners by veterinarians may exceed test prices shown herein, reflecting the time, expertise, and expense necessary to collect the sample, ship it in an appropriate manner, interpret results, and provide treatment advice.
| Name ↑ | Description | Species | Price | |
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| Zinc (ICP/MS) | Measurement of zinc by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL serum or plasma is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Western Equine Encephalitis Virus (VN) | Detection of antibodies to Western equine encephalitis (WEE) virus by virus neutralization. Specimen: 1 mL serum or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) |
Equine | $14.00 | Details |
| West Nile Virus IgM (ELISA) [Referral] | Detection of IgM antibodies to West Nile virus in equine serum by IgM-capture ELISA. This test is used to assess recent exposure to West Nile virus in clinically ill equines. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $23.00 | Details |
| West Nile Virus (rtPCR) | Detection of West Nile virus by real time PCR. Specimen: Mammals: fresh brain, spinal cord, or cerebral spinal fluid (CSF). Avian: EDTA whole blood, 1g fresh tissue (liver, spleen, kidney, bone marrow, brain, heart), oral or cloacal swabs (preferably with a few drops of transport media or saline). Note that oral swabs may not be appropriate for all bird species such as raptors. Other: whole mosquitos. |
Avian, Camelid, Equine, Insect | $33.00 | Details |
| West Nile Virus (PRNT) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to West Nile virus using the plaque reduction neutralization test (PRNT). This test is used to assess vaccine titers in horses or to test non-equine species for antibodies to West Nile virus. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine, Exotic | $24.00 | Details |
| von Willebrand Factor Concentration – Large Animal/Exotics (ELISA) [Referral] | Measurement of von Willebrand factor antigen in large animal and exotic species. Specimen: 1 mL separated citrate plasma or EDTA plasma |
Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $58.00 | Details |
| Vitamin E (HPLC) | Measurement of vitamin E by high-performance liquid chromatography. Specimen: 10 g liver or 2 mL serum. |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $48.50 | Details |
| Vitamin D Profile [Referral] | Measurement of Vitamin D to determine toxicity or deficiency. The profile includes PTH, ionized calcium, and 25-hydroxyvitamin D. This assay will detect metabolites of cholecalciferol (rat poisons, vitamin D supplements), but it will not detect toxicity due to calcitriol (Rocaltrol) or calcipotriene (Dovonex – anti-psoriasis cream). Specimen: 1.5 mL serum |
Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $73.00 | Details |
| Vitamin A (HPLC) | Measurement of vitamin A by high-performance liquid chromatography. Specimen: 10 g liver or 2 mL serum |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $48.50 | Details |
| Virus Isolation (Cell Culture) | Isolation and identification of various viruses using cell culture methods. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $43.25 | Details |
| Virus Identification (IHC) [Referral] | Identification of specific viruses of interest by immunohistochemical staining. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine | $45.00 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Panel @ 1:12 Dilution (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the New Jersey and Indiana strains of vesicular stomatitis virus (VS NJ/IN) by virus neutralization. Performed at a 1:12 dilution. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $48.50 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Panel (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the New Jersey and Indiana strains (VS NJ / IN) of vesicular stomatitis virus by virus neutralization. Performed at a starting dilution of 1:8. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Bovine, Equine | $38.75 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus New Jersey Strain @ 1:12 Dilution (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the New Jersey strain of vesicular stomatitis virus (VS NJ) by virus neutralization. Performed at a starting dilution of 1:8. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $27.00 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus New Jersey Strain (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the New Jersey strain of vesicular stomatitis virus (VS NJ) by virus neutralization. Performed at a starting dilution of 1:8. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Bovine, Equine | $21.50 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Indiana Strain @ 1:12 Dilution (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the Indiana strain of vesicular stomatitis virus (VS NJ) by virus neutralization. Performed at a 1:12 dilution. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $27.00 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Indiana Strain (VN) | Detection of antibodies to the Indiana strain of vesicular stomatitis virus (VS IN) by virus neutralization. Performed at a starting dilution of 1:8. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Bovine, Equine | $21.50 | Details |
| Vesicular Stomatitis Virus (cELISA) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) by competitive ELISA. This test is used to meet specific export requests or for clinical cases in equine. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $41.00 | Details |
| Urolith Composition (FTIR) | Determination of the chemical composition of uroliths by fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. Specimen: Clean, dry uroliths |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $30.25 | Details |
| Urine Protein Creatinine Ratio | Measurement of urine microprotein and creatinine by automated analyzer. Includes calculation of urine protein creatinine ratio (UPC). Specimen: 1 mL urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $13.00 | Details |
| Urine Crystal Identification | Microscopic identification of urinary crystals. Specimen: 3 mL urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $8.75 | Details |
| Urinalysis | Gross examination, specific gravity, biochemical analysis with confirmatory testing, and microscopic analysis of urine sample to complete a full urinalysis. Specimen: 3 mL urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $19.50 | Details |
| Uric Acid | Measurement of uric acid by automated analyzer. Specimen: One or more of the following: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, or body fluid. |
Bovine, Canine, Equine, Feline | $8.75 | Details |
| Triglycerides | Measurement of triglycerides by automated analyzer. Specimen: One of the following:
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Bovine, Canine, Equine, Feline | $8.75 | Details |
| Trace Mineral Panel (ICP/MS) | Measurement of trace minerals by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. Targets include copper, cobalt, iron, manganese, molybdenum, selenium, and zinc. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following*:
For birds, 0.6 mL EDTA or heparinized whole blood is adequate. *Serum selenium provides current day levels, while whole blood selenium indicates selenium status over a longer period of time. TVMDL can interpret both serum and whole blood selenium concentrations for cattle, horses, sheep, birds or white-tailed deer. For goats, TVMDL has reference values for serum or plasma only. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $35.00 | Details |
| Toxoplasma gondii (MAT) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Toxoplasma gondii, the causative agency of toxoplasmosis, using the modified agglutination test. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $73.00 | Details |
| Toxin Quantitation (GC/MS) | Follow up test for TVMDL’s toxin screens to provide quantitation for carbamates, cantharidin, ethylene glycol, glycolic acid, or metaldehyde. Measurement is performed by gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $129.50 | Details |
| Toxicology Evaluation (Microscopy) | Identification of components and toxic substances, such as plants and plant parts, algae, insects, or bait material. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $75.50 | Details |
| Toxicology Evaluation (Digital) | Learn more about TVMDL’s Digital Toxicology Service then submit your specimens using the submission form for digital toxicology evaluation. Specimen: Plant, GI content, vomitus, water, or source material |
All | $16.25 | Details |
| Total Protein & Albumin Profile | Measurement of total protein and albumin by automated analyzer. Includes calculation of globulin and albumin/globulin (A/G) ratio. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Amphibian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Reptile, Rodent | $10.75 | Details |
| Total Protein | Measurement of total protein by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| Tick-borne Pathogen Panel (rtPCR) | Detection of tick-borne pathogens by real time PCR. Includes Rickettsiales species (Ehrlichia canis, E. chaffeensis, E. ewingii, Rickettsia rickettsii, Anaplasma phagocytophilum); Borrelia species (B. burgdoreferi, B. hermsii, B. parkeri, B. turicatae); and Babesia species (B. gibsoni, B. canis, B. caballi). Specimen: 0.5 - 2 mL EDTA whole blood or tick(s) |
Canine, Equine | $64.75 | Details |
| Thyroid Panel – Equine | Panel of tests including T3 and T4. Together these results can be used to rule out hypothyroidism in equine. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $26.00 | Details |
| Theileria equi & Babesia caballi Panel (ELISA) | Detection of antibodies to Theileria equi and Babesia caballi, the causative agents of equine piroplasmosis, by competitive ELISA. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $39.00 | Details |
| Theileria equi & Babesia caballi Panel (CF) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Theileria equi and Babesia caballi, the causative agents of equine piroplasmosis, by complement fixation. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $41.00 | Details |
| Theileria equi (cELISA) | Detection of antibodies to Theileria equi (formerly known as Babesia equi), a causative agent of equine piroplasmosis, by competitive ELISA. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $19.50 | Details |
| Thallium (ICP/MS) | Measurement of thallium by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.30 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Testosterone (ChL) | Measurement of testosterone by chemiluminescence. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $27.00 | Details |
| Testosterone – hCG Stimulation Profile (ChL) | Measurement of testosterone before and after administration of hCG stimulation to confirm cryptorchidism, primarily in equine, by chemiluminescence. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Bovine, Canine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $43.00 | Details |
| Taylorella equigenitalis & asinigenitalis (Culture) | Detection of Taylorella equigenitalis and Taylorella asinigenitalis, the causative agents of contagious equine metritis (CEM), by culture. See Special Instructions below to meet USDA requirements. Specimen: Swabs |
Equine | $20.00 | Details |
| Taylorella equigenitalis (CF) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Taylorella equigenitalis, the causative agent of contagious equine metritis (CEM), by complement fixation. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $23.00 | Details |
| T4 (ChL) | Measurement of thyroid hormone T4 (thyroxine) by chemiluminescence. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $15.00 | Details |
| T3 (ChL) | Measurement of thyroid hormone T3 (triiodothyronine) by chemiluminescence. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $15.00 | Details |
| Strychnine (LC/MS) | Qualitative detection of strychnine using liquid chromatography – tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Canine, Equine, Feline | $86.50 | Details |
| Streptococcus equi Multiplex Real-Time PCR and Bacterial Identification Panel | This panel includes detection and differentiation of Streptococcus equi subsp. equi, the causative agent of strangles, and S. equi subsp. zooepidemicus by real-time PCR and identification of these bacterial pathogens by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Equine | $75.00 | Details |
| Streptococcus equi (ELISA) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Streptococcus equi, the causative agent of strangles, by ELISA. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $81.00 | Details |
| Special Stain – Client Request | Special slide stain as requested by the client. Specimen: fresh or fixed tissue |
All | $13.50 | Details |
| Serum Amyloid A [Referral] | Measurement of serum amyloid A (SAA) in equine samples. SAA measurement a useful tool for monitoring the course of inflammation in an individual animal. Specimen: 1 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Equine | $46.00 | Details |
| Septicemia (Culture) | Identification of bacterial pathogens that cause septicemia by culture. Specimen: Blood inoculated into blood culture media. |
All | $27.00 | Details |
| Selenium (ICP/MS) | Measurement of selenium by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.6 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Sarcocystis neurona (Western Blot) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Sarcocystis neurona, the causative agent of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), by western blot. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $91.00 | Details |
| Sarcocystis neurona (PCR) [Referral] | Detection of Sarcocystis neurona, the causative agent of equine protozoal myelitis, by PCR. Specimen: 2 mL cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) in EDTA |
Equine | $70.00 | Details |
| Sarcocystis neurona (ELISA) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Sarcocystis neurona, the causative agent of equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), by ELISA. Specimen: 2 mL serum or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) |
Equine | $91.00 | Details |
| Salmonella spp. (Culture) | Detection of Salmonella spp. by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Amphibian, Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $16.25 | Details |
| Salmonella Serotyping [Referral] | Identification of a particular Salmonella serotype from a pure isolate by agglutination. When salmonella is detected via culture, the isolate is sent to the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) for serotyping at no cost to the client. Specimen: Salmonella isolate |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $0.00 | Details |
| Salmonella genus (rtPCR) | Detection of the Salmonella genus by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following: 1 g feces, fecal swabs, 1 g fresh intestine, bacterial cultures. |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Porcine | $33.00 | Details |
| Salmonella abortus-equi (Tube Agglutination) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Abortus-equi, a host adapted Salmonella strain that can be a cause of abortion in mares. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $12.75 | Details |
| Rickettsiales spp. (rtPCR) | Detection of Rickettsiales species, including Ehrlichia canis, E. chaffeensis, E. ewingii, Rickettsia rickettsii, and Anaplasma phagocytophilum, all by real time PCR. Specimen: 0.5 - 2 mL EDTA whole blood or tick(s) |
Canine, Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Rabies Virus Antibody Screen (RFFIT) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to rabies virus by rapid fluorescent foci inhibition test (RFFIT). Specimen: 1-2 mL serum |
Camelid, Canine, Equine, Feline | $52.00 | Details |
| Rabies Virus Antibody Endpoint Titer (RFFIT) [Referral] | Measurement of antibodies to rabies virus by rapid fluorescent foci inhibition test (RFFIT). Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Camelid, Canine, Equine, Feline | $78.00 | Details |
| Rabies Virus (FA) [Referral] | Detection of antigen to rabies virus by fluorescent antibody test. Submissions may incur additional processing charges to remove the head and/or brain. See TVMDL’s Fee Schedule for details. Specimen: Fresh brain (all animals) or entire head (small animals only). |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $20.00 | Details |
| Protein Electrophoresis – Serum or Plasma | Tracing of albumin and globulin fractions by gel electrophoresis. Includes alpha 1, alpha 2, beta 1, beta 2, and gamma protein concentrations and pathologist interpretation, when indicated. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $48.50 | Details |
| Progesterone (ChL) | Measurement of progesterone by chemiluminescence. Results gauge luteal activity, and in some species serve as an ovulation predictor. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine | $20.50 | Details |
| Platelet Count | Automated count of platelets; confirmed with manual count where indicated. Specimen: 0.5 mL EDTA whole blood or lithium heparin whole blood |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $9.75 | Details |
| Phosphorus | Measurement of phosphorous in ocular fluid, serum, or urine by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, ocular fluid, or urine |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Phenobarbital | Measurement of phenobarbital by automated analyzer. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $32.25 | Details |
| Petroleum (GC/MS) | Detection of petroleum hydrocarbons by gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Non Animal, Ovine | $27.00 | Details |
| Pesticide Screen (GC/MS) | Detection and identification of a variety of chemicals including organophosphates, organochlorines, carbamates, industrial pollutants, polycyclic aromatics, aliphatic hydrocarbons, miscellaneous pesticides, some natural products and some drugs using gas chromatography – mass spectrometry (GC/MS). Samples are screened using multiple instrument libraries containing mass spectra for thousands of compounds. Positive identification of a suspect sample is made by […] Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine | $167.25 | Details |
| Pentobarbital (LC/MS) | Detection of pentobarbital in submitted samples. Specimen: 10 g liver or stomach content, medication, livestock feed, pet food. |
All | $97.00 | Details |
| Parathyroid Hormone Related Protein [Referral] | Measurement of parathyroid hormone related protein (PTHrp) to aid in the diagnosis of hypercalcemia due to malignancy. Note that a negative PTHrP result does not rule out malignancy as a cause of hypercalcemia. Interpretation of results by a veterinary endocrinologist is included. Specimen: 0.5 mL EDTA plasma |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $61.00 | Details |
| Parathyroid Hormone & Ionized Calcium Profile [Referral] | Measurement of parathyroid hormone (PTH) and ionized calcium. Interpretation of results by veterinary endocrinologist automatically included.Used in diagnosis of: calcium metabolic disorders, hypoparathyroidism, hyperparathyroidism (primary or secondary), malignancy, vitamin D disorders, renal disease, hypercalcemia, and hypocalcemia. Also used to monitor calcitriol therapy. Specimen: 1 mL fasting serum |
Canine, Equine, Feline | $56.00 | Details |
| Parasite ID – Uncommon (Gross Identification) [Referral] | Identification of uncommon, rare, or unusual endoparasites or ectoparasites based on morphological characteristics. Specimen: Individual or multiple parasites. Presence of two or more different parasites may reflect on charges. |
All | $27.00 | Details |
| Parasite & Ova Identification (Fecal Sedimentation) | Detection of fluke eggs in feces by fecal sedimentation. Specimen: 3-5 g feces |
All | $21.50 | Details |
| Parasite & Ova Identification (Fecal Flotation) | Identification of parasite eggs, cysts, and oocysts by fecal flotation with centrifugation. Specimen: 3-5 g feces |
All | $17.00 | Details |
| Parasite & Ova Count (McMasters) | Quantitative fecal egg count ideal for equids, small ruminants, camelids, cervids, ovine, and young bovids. Specimen: 3-5 g feces |
Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Ovine | $17.00 | Details |
| Panfungal PCR and Sequencing [Referral] | Identification of fungal organisms by PCR and sequencing. This PCR is recommended to complement identification of fungal organisms on histopathology and cytology. The assay is not recommended when fungal organisms are not observed histologically, due to the potential of amplification of non specific contaminants. Specimen: Paraffin block or curls, 1 H&E slide, and 1 GMS/PAS stained slide. |
All | $153.30 | Details |
| Packed Cell Volume | Measurement of packed cell volume (PCV). Specimen: 0.5 mL EDTA whole blood or lithium heparin whole blood |
All | $7.00 | Details |
| Neorickettsia risticii (rtPCR) [Referral] | Detection of Neorickettsia risticii (formerly Ehrlichia risticii), the causative agent of Potomac horse fever, by real time PCR. Specimen: 10 mL EDTA whole blood and 5 g feces or fecal swab. For post mortem testing, 0.5 g mucosal scraping. |
Equine | $77.00 | Details |
| Neorickettsia risticii (IFA) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Neorickettsia risticii (formerly Ehrlichia risticii), the causative agent of Potomac horse fever, by indirect fluorescent antibody test. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $27.00 | Details |
| Necropsy – Equine Under 200 lbs. | Post-mortem examination and dissection of a whole animal to harvest tissues and determine a cause of death. Specimen: Fresh carcass |
Equine | $270.00 | Details |
| Necropsy – Equine 201-1000 lbs. | Post-mortem examination and dissection of a whole animal to harvest tissues and determine a cause of death. Specimen: Fresh carcass |
Equine | $324.00 | Details |
| Necropsy – Equine 1001-2000 lbs. | Post-mortem examination and dissection of a whole animal to harvest tissues and determine a cause of death. Specimen: Fresh carcass |
Equine | $432.00 | Details |
| Necropsy – Animals Over 2000 lbs. | Post-mortem examination and dissection of a whole animal to harvest tissues and determine a cause of death. Specimen: Fresh carcass |
Bovine, Camelid, Equine, Exotic | $756.00 | Details |
| Necropsy – Aborted Fetus or Fertile Egg | Post-mortem examination and dissection of a whole fetus or egg to harvest tissues and determine a cause of death. Specimen: Fresh aborted fetus |
All | $91.50 | Details |
| Mycoplasma spp. (PCR) | Detection of Mycoplasma species by PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Amphibian, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $37.75 | Details |
| Mycoplasma spp. – Companion Animal (Culture) | Detection of Mycoplasma species in companion animals by culture. Specimen: Fresh tissue or swabs |
Canine, Equine, Feline, Rodent | $16.25 | Details |
| Molybdenum (ICP/MS) | Measurement of molybdenum by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL serum or plasma is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Microprotein | Measurement of protein concentration in cerebrospinal fluid or urine. Specimen: 0.5 mL urine or cerebrospinal fluid |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $15.00 | Details |
| Microbial Identification Extended (Culture) | Culture beyond standard methods when necessary to obtain a microbial identification for fungal or bacterial isolates. Specimen: Pure isolate |
All | $14.00 | Details |
| Methicillin-Resistant Staph Confirmation (Culture) | Determination of methicillin-resistance on Staphylococcus isolates. Specimen: Pure Staphylococcus species isolate |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Metal & Mineral Panel (ICP/MS) | Measurement of metals and minerals by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. Targets include manganese, cobalt, copper, iron, molybdenum, selenium, zinc, arsenic, cadmium, lead, and thallium.A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following*:
For birds, 0.6 mL EDTA or heparinized whole blood is adequate. *Serum selenium provides current day levels, while whole blood selenium indicates selenium status over a longer period of time. TVMDL can interpret both serum and whole blood selenium concentrations for cattle, horses, sheep, birds or white-tailed deer. For goats, TVMDL has reference values for serum or plasma only. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $40.00 | Details |
| Manganese (ICP/MS) | Measurement of manganese by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.30 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Magnesium | Measurement of magnesium by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, ocular fluid, or urine |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Lipase [Referral] | Measurement of lipase; most commonly performed to diagnose pancreatitis. Specimen: 1 mL separated serum or heparinized plasma; body fluid |
All | $33.00 | Details |
| Leptospira spp. (rtPCR) | Detection of Leptospira species by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline | $28.00 | Details |
| Leptospira Panel – 8 Serovars (MAT) | Detection of antibodies to 8 serovars of leptospira by quantitative microscopic agglutination test. Targets include pomona, ictero., canicola, grippo., hardjo, bratislava, autumnalis, and sejroe. Individual serovars are also available at $6.50 per serovar. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
All | $38.75 | Details |
| Leptospira Panel – 7 Serovars (MAT) | Detection of antibodies to 7 serovars of leptospira by quantitative microscopic agglutination test. Targets include pomona, ictero., canicola, grippo., hardjo, bratislava, and autumnalis. Individual serovars are also available at $6.50 per serovar. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
All | $34.50 | Details |
| Leptospira Panel – 6 Serovars (MAT) | Detection of antibodies to 6 serovars of leptospira by quantitative microscopic agglutination test. Targets include pomona, ictero., canicola, grippo., hardjo, and bratislava. Individual serovars are also available at $6.50 per serovar. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
All | $29.00 | Details |
| Leptospira Panel – 5 Serovars @ 1:400 Dilution (MAT) | Detection of antibodies to 5 serovars of leptospira by quantitative microscopic agglutination test. Targets include pomona, ictero., canicola, grippo., and hardjo. Beginning screen is 1:400. Individual serovars are also available at $7.50 per serovar. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
All | $23.75 | Details |
| Leptospira Panel – 5 Serovars (MAT) | Detection of antibodies to 5 serovars of leptospira by quantitative microscopic agglutination test. Targets include pomona, ictero., canicola, grippo., and hardjo. Individual serovars are also available at $6.50 per serovar. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
All | $23.75 | Details |
| Lead (ICP/MS) | Measurement of lead by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.30 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. If both zinc and lead are requested, the minimum sample is 0.60 mL EDTA whole blood or heparinized blood. For bovine, 5 g kidney is preferred. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Lawsonia Intracellularis (rtPCR) | Detection of Lawsonia intracellularis by reverse transcription PCR. Specimen: 1 g feces and/or fresh intestine |
Equine, Porcine | $33.00 | Details |
| Iron Profile | Measurement of iron and total iron binding capacity by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $14.00 | Details |
| Iron – Serum or Plasma | Measurement of iron in serum by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Iron – Feed or Tissue (ICP/MS) | Measurement of iron in feed or tissue samples by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $32.25 | Details |
| Ionophores (LC/MS) | Detection and quantitation of a variety of ionophore compounds by liquid chromatography / mass spectrometry. Targets include monensin, salinomycin, narasin and lasalocid.For feeds and feed additives, target compound and expected value are required before testing can begin. Specimen: 500 g feed or GI content |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine | $135.00 | Details |
| Ionized Calcium [Referral] | Measurement of ionized calcium, the biologically active form. Specimen: 0.5 mL fasting serum |
Amphibian, Aquatic, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Reptile | $17.00 | Details |
| Insulin Like Growth Factor 1 [Referral] | Measurement of insulin like growth factor 1 hormone (IGF-1). Results are useful in the diagnosis of acromegaly (growth hormone excess) or dwarfism (growth hormone deficiency). Interpretation of results by a veterinary endocrinologist is included. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $73.00 | Details |
| Insulin & Glucose – Fasting 12 Hour [Referral] | Measurement of insulin and glucose from a fasting sample. This test is used for a diagnosis of insulinoma in dogs, cats, and ferrets and an indicator of metabolic syndrome in horses. Also used to document insulin resistance, especially in horses suspected of pituitary adenoma. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $27.00 | Details |
| Insulin [Referral] | Measurement of insulin. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Canine, Equine, Feline | $25.00 | Details |
| Influenza A Virus Matrix (rtPCR) | Detection of influenza type A (matrix gene), including subtypes H3N8 and H3N2, by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Canine, Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Immunoglobulin G (TIA) [Referral] | Quantification of immunoglobulin G (IgG) using the turbidometric immunoassay (TIA). Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Equine | $38.00 | Details |
| Histopathology Slide Review | Review of previously read histopathology slides. Specimen: Paraffin embedded blocks or H&E slides previously prepared at TVMDL. |
All | $48.50 | Details |
| Histopathology – Postmortem 9 or More Tissues | Histologic evaluation of postmortem tissues. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
All | $86.50 | Details |
| Histopathology – Postmortem 8 or Fewer Tissues | Histologic evaluation of postmortem tissues. The price listed ($70.00) is for up to 8 tissues; for more than 8 tissues, the price is $86.50. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
All | $70.00 | Details |
| Histopathology – Equine Uterine Biopsy | Histologic evaluation of antemortem, formalin fixed equine uterine biopsy tissue. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
Equine | $64.75 | Details |
| Histopathology – Biopsy | Histologic evaluation of antemortem, formalin fixed tissue. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
All | $64.75 | Details |
| Herbicide (GC/MS) | Detection of a variety of herbicides by gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine | $167.25 | Details |
| Hemoparasite Examination (Wright-Giemsa Stain) | Microscopic examination of Wright’s Giemsa stained blood smear for infectious agents only. Specimen: 0.5 mL EDTA whole blood or air-dried slide |
All | $10.75 | Details |
| Heavy Metal Panel – Mammalian (ICP/MS) | Measurement of heavy metals by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. Targets for mammalian species include lead, arsenic, cadmium, and thallium. If zinc testing is desired, please see Metal & Mineral Panel. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
Blood samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $32.25 | Details |
| Gross Tissue Examination | Macroscopic evaluation of fresh or fixed specimens for lesions by a pathologist prior to histopathology processing. Specimen: Fresh tissue in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
All | $27.00 | Details |
| Glyphosate (GC/MS) | Detection of glyphosate and aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA) by gas chromatography – mass spectrometry (GC/MS). Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine | $108.00 | Details |
| Glucose | Measurement of glucose by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, urine, or body fluid |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| GLDH | Measurement of glutamate dehydrogenase (GLDH), a liver leakage enzyme, by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or plasma |
Avian, Bovine, Canine, Equine | $8.75 | Details |
| GGT | Measurement of gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Fungal Identification (Culture) | Identification of a wide variety of fungal pathogens by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Amphibian, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $23.00 | Details |
| Fractional Excretion | Measurement of serum and urine creatinine, sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, and phosphorus by automated analyzer to determine electrolyte fractional excretion. Specimen: 0.5 mL urine and one of the following: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Equine | $27.00 | Details |
| Fibrinogen | Measurement of fibrinogen concentration by heat precipitation. Specimen: 0.5 mL EDTA whole blood |
Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Ovine, Porcine | $7.50 | Details |
| Fecal Occult Blood (Guaiac) | Detection of fecal occult blood by the stool Guaiac test. Specimen: 1 g feces |
All | $7.50 | Details |
| Estrone Sulfate (RIA) | Measurement of estrone sulfate by radioimmunoassay. For pregnancy detection in horses, estrone sulfate is most reliable after 60-90 days of gestation. However, concentrations may decrease a few weeks before parturition. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or EDTA plasma |
Equine | $29.00 | Details |
| Equine Pregnancy Panel (ChL & RIA) | Measurement of progesterone by chemiluminescence and estrone sulfate by radioimmunoassay to aid in the diagnosis of pregnancy in the mare. Specimen: 1.0 mL serum |
Equine | $44.25 | Details |
| Equine Parvovirus (PCR) [Referral] | Detection of equine parvovirus by PCR. Specimen: One of the following:
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Equine | $46.00 | Details |
| Equine Influenza Virus Antibody Titer Panel (HI) | Detection of antibodies to equine influenza virus subtypes A1, A2, AK, and KY by hemagglutination inhibition. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $21.50 | Details |
| Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (ELISA) | Detection of antibodies to equine infectious anemia (EIA) virus by ELISA. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $9.00 | Details |
| Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (AGID) | Detection of antibodies to equine infectious anemia (EIA) virus by agar gel immunodiffusion. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $9.75 | Details |
| Equine Herpesvirus Types 1 & 4 (VN) | Detection of antibodies to equine herpesvirus 1 & 4 by virus neutralization. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $16.25 | Details |
| Equine Herpesvirus Types 1 & 4 (rtPCR) | Detection and differentiation of equine herpesvirus 1 & 4 by real time PCR. Specimen: Aborted fetus: 1 g each fresh tissue (lung, liver, adrenal, lymphoid, placenta). Deceased animal: 1 g each fresh tissue (spleen, liver, kidney, lung, pharynx). Live animal: nasal swabs or 1-2 mL EDTA whole blood. |
Equine | $37.75 | Details |
| Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (rtPCR) | Detection of equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) and differentiation between neuropathogenic and non-neuropathogenic / respiratory / wild type strains by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Equine Granulosa Cell Tumor Panel II [Referral] | Detection of anti-mullerian hormone, inhibin, and testosterone. Specimen: 3 mL serum |
Equine | $135.00 | Details |
| Equine Encephalomyelitis Viruses (PRNT) [Referral] | Detection of antibodies to Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) and Western equine encephalitis (WEE) viruses using the plaque reduction neutralization test (PRNT). Addition of Venezuelan equine encephalitis is optional. This test is used to assess vaccine titers in horses or to test non-equine species for antibodies to EEE/WEE. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $43.00 | Details |
| Equine Coronavirus (rtPCR) [Referral] | Detection of equine enteric coronavirus by PCR. Specimen: One of the following:
Nasal swabs and lung tissue are not acceptable for equine testing. |
Equine | $46.00 | Details |
| Equine Chorionic Gonadotropin (RIA) [Referral] | Detection of equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) to determine pregnancy. This test is only available for domestic horses; the referral lab will not perform the test for samples from zebra or donkeys. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $34.00 | Details |
| Equine Arteritis Virus (VN) | Detection of antibodies to equine arteritis virus (EAV), the causative agent of equine viral arteritis (EVA), by virus neutralization. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine | $17.25 | Details |
| Equine Arteritis Virus (rtPCR) | Detection of equine arteritis virus, the causative agent of equine viral arteritis (EVA), by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Equine Arteritis Virus (Cell Culture) | Isolation and identification of equine arteritis virus (EAV), the causative agent of equine viral arteritis (EVA), using cell culture method. Specimen: 3-5 mL semen |
Equine | $81.00 | Details |
| Electron Microscopy | General evaluation of samples for virus particles using transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $48.50 | Details |
| Electrolyte Profile | Measurement of sodium, potassium, and chloride by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, ocular fluid, or urine. |
All | $9.75 | Details |
| Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus IgM (ELISA) [Referral] | Detection of IgM antibodies to Eastern equine encephalitis virus by IgM-capture ELISA. This test is used to assess recent exposure to EEE virus in clinically ill equines. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $23.00 | Details |
| Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (PCR) [Referral] | Detection of eastern equine encephalitis virus by PCR. Specimen: One of the following:
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Equine | $43.50 | Details |
| E. coli Toxin Typing – Companion Animal & Equine (rtPCR) | Detection of E. coli toxin and virulence genes commonly associated with pathogenic strains of E. coli: F4/K88 fimbrial adhesins, STa enterotoxin, LT enterotoxin, CNF1 and CNF2 cytotoxic necrotizing factors, Stx1and Stx2 Shiga like toxins, and eaeA intimin in E. coli isolates by real-time PCR (rtPCR). Specimen: Bacterial isolate of E. coli |
Canine, Equine, Feline | $48.50 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Unknowns (LC/MS) | Detection of a variety of drugs in submitted samples. This screen is designed to detect drugs not indicated in other TVMDL Drug Screens. This test does not include detection of acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), salicylic acid, or salicylates. For these drugs, please also request Drug Screen – NSAIDs (1029). Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Non Animal, Ovine, Porcine | $110.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Performance Animals (LC/MS) | Detection of prohibited substances and permissible therapeutic drugs in livestock show or competition mammalian and avian species using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Quantitation of a positive sample is available for an additional fee. This test is not available for horses intended for racing, whether in training or competition. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Equine, Exotic, Ovine, Porcine | $85.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – NSAIDs (LC/MS) | Detection of NSAIDs by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. NSAID targets: acetaminophen, acetylsalicylic acid, carprofen, celcoxib, deracoxib, diclofenac, diflunisal, eltenac, ethacrynic acid, etodolac, fenbufen, fenoprofen, firocoxib, flufenamic acid, flunixin, flurbiprofen, ibuprofen, indomethacin, indoprofen, ketoprofen, ketorolac, meclofenamic acid, mefanamic acid, meloxicam, nabumetone, naproxen, oxyphenbutazone, phenylbutazone, piroxicam, salicylic acid, tenoxicam, tolfenamic acid, and tolmetin. Quantitation of a positive sample […] Specimen: 5 mL serum |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $86.25 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Long Acting Tranquilizers (LC/MS) | Detection of long acting tranquilizers by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include trazodone, fluphenazine, fluoxetine, reserpine, acepromazine, guanabenz, romifidine, xylazine, and detomidine. Specimen: 5 mL serum |
Equine | $86.25 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Equine Pre-Purchase (LC/MS) | Detection of NSAIDs, tranquilizers, and muscle relaxants by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. NSAID targets: acetaminophen, acetylsalicylic acid, carprofen, celcoxib, deracoxib, diclofenac, diflunisal, eltenac, ethacrynic acid, etodolac, fenbufen, fenoprofen, firocoxib, flufenamic acid, flunixin, flurbiprofen, ibuprofen, indomethacin, indoprofen, ketoprofen, ketorolac, meclofenamic acid, mefanamic acid, meloxicam, nabumetone, naproxen, oxyphenbutazone, phenylbutazone, piroxicam, salicylic acid, tenoxicam, tolfenamic acid, and tolmetin. Tranquilizer […] Specimen: One of the following:
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Equine | $145.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Drugs of Abuse (LC/MS) | Detection of amphetamines, benzodiazepines, promazines, barbiturates, opiates, marijuana, and other drug types by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include: amphetamine, methamphetamine, MDMA, MDA, bromazepam, demoxepam, diazepam, etizolam, flunitrazepam, lorazepam, midazolam, nordazepam, prazepam, temazepam, acepromazine, 2-(1-hydroxyethyl) promazine sulfoxide (2-HEPS), chlorpromazine, propionylpromazine, promethazine, allobarbital, aprobarbital, phenobarbital, pentobarbital, secobarbital, alfentanil, buprenorphine, butorphanol, codeine, fentanyl, heroin, hydrocodone, levorphanol, morphine, oxymorphone, […] Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $162.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Corticosteroids (LC/MS) | Detection of corticosteroids by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include betamethasone, dexamethasone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prednisone, and triamcinolone acetonide. Specimen: 5 mL serum or 10 mL urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $86.25 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Cannabinoids (LC/MS) | Detection of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), their major metabolites, and a variety of synthetic cannabinoids by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: 3 mL serum or 5 mL urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $86.50 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Beta Agonists in Serum/Urine/Feed (LC/MS) | Detection of performance enhancing beta-agonist drugs by liquid chromatography / mass spectrometry. Targets include albuterol, clenbuterol, formoterol, metoprolol, ractopamine, terbutaline, and zilpaterol. Specimen: Mammalian species: 5 mL serum or 10 mL urine. Feed: 20 g. |
Bovine, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $88.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Beta Agonists in Hair or Feathers (LC/MS) | Detection of beta-agonist drugs in hair, wool, or feathers by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include clenbuterol, ractopamine, zilpaterol, bambuterol, and albuterol. Specimen: Equine: Quarter inch diameter of mane (preferred), tail, or body hair with the roots/follicles intact. Cattle, Sheep, or Goat: Collect enough hair such that the total amount when bunched is approximately 2 cm in diameter. Avian species: 10 broiler feathers or 6 turkey feathers. |
Avian, Bovine, Caprine, Equine, Ovine | $145.00 | Details |
| Drug Screen – Anabolic Steroids (LC/MS) | Detection of anabolic steroids by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include boldenone, nandrolone, stanozolol, testosterone, and trenbolone. Specimen: 5 mL serum or 10 mL urine |
Bovine, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $86.25 | Details |
| Drug Quantitation (LC/MS) | Measurement of drugs in samples that have been determined to be positive by other TVMDL tests. Measurement performed by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry (LC/MS). Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $77.00 | Details |
| Dermatophilus sp. (Stain) | Detection of Dermatophilus congolensis, the causative agent of dermatophilus, by Giemsa stain. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| Dermatopathology | Histologic evaluation of skin biopsy specimens. Specimen: Specimen in 10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) |
Camelid, Canine, Equine, Feline | $102.00 | Details |
| Cytology (Digital) | Cytologic evaluation of digital images. Learn more about TVMDL’s digital cytology service, then download the submission form. Specimen: 2-10 digital images (cytology and gross lesion images, if applicable) saved as JPEG or PNG files. |
Amphibian, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $60.00 | Details |
| Cytology – Body Fluid | Cytologic evaluation of body fluid samples. Includes gross examination, total protein concentration, cell counts (where indicated and with EDTA and non-flocculent samples), preparation of direct, concentrated and cytocentrifuge slides (where indicated), and microscopic evaluation by a clinical pathologist. Specimen: 1.0 mL body fluid and air-dried slides |
All | $40.50 | Details |
| Cytology – Aspirate/Smear | Cytologic evaluation of aspirates and/or impression smears and microscopic evaluation by a clinical pathologist. Specimen: Air-dried slide |
All | $38.75 | Details |
| Cytology – Bone Marrow | Cytologic evaluation of bone marrow aspirates and microscopic evaluation by a clinical pathologist. Specimen: All of the following: bone marrow in EDTA, 1 mL peripheral blood in EDTA, air-dried slides. Submission of a fresh peripheral blood smear is also recommended. |
All | $48.50 | Details |
| Cryptosporidium sp. (rtPCR) | Detection of Cryptosporidium sp. by real time PCR. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Amphibian, Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Reptile | $33.00 | Details |
| Cryptosporidium (Acid Fast Stain) | Detection of cryptosporidium oocysts by acid fast stain. Specimen: Feces or air-dried fecal smear |
All | $19.50 | Details |
| Cryptococcus neoformans Antigen (Latex Agglutination) | Detection of Cryptococcus neoformans antigen by latex agglutination. Performed at 1:2 to endpoint using 2-fold dilutions, if needed. Specimen: 1 mL serum or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $32.25 | Details |
| Creatinine | Measurement of creatinine by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, urine, or body fluid |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis – Equine (SHI) | Detection of antibodies to Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis, the causative agent of pigeon fever, by synergistic hemolysis inhibition. Performed at 1:4 through 1:4096 dilutions. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $10.75 | Details |
| Cortisol (ChL) | Measurement of cortisol by chemiluminescence. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum |
Canine, Equine, Feline | $27.00 | Details |
| Cortisol – Dexamethasone Suppression Profile – Equine (ChL) | Measurement of cortisol before and after administration of dexamethasone in horses to aid in the diagnosis of PPID. Test performed by chemiluminescence. Specimen: Two specimens (pre and post), each with 0.5 mL serum in separate tubes. |
Equine | $28.00 | Details |
| Coproculture [Referral] | Identification of stage 3 larvae by genus. Specimen: 5-10 g feces |
Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Ovine | $60.00 | Details |
| Copper (ICP/MS) | Measurement of copper by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL serum or plasma is adequate. For ruminants and camelids, 5 g fresh kidney is required. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Cobalt (ICP/MS) | Measurement of cobalt by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL serum or plasma is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $21.50 | Details |
| Clostridium difficile Toxin A & B (ELISA) | Detection of Clostridium difficile toxins A and B by ELISA. Specimen: 2 g feces |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $37.75 | Details |
| CK | Measurement of creatine kinase by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Cholesterol | Measurement of total cholesterol by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Chemistry Profile – Equine | Measurement of total protein, albumin, calcium, phosphorus, glucose, BUN, creatinine, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, alkaline phosphatase, CPK, AST, GGT, GLDH, A/G ratio, globulin, sodium, potassium, and chloride by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
Equine, Exotic | $25.00 | Details |
| CBC – Equine | Measurement of WBC, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, PLT, and fibrinogen by automated analyzer. Microscopic blood smear review for WBC differential, cellular morphology, and hemoparasites. Specimen: 1 mL EDTA whole blood and 1-2 air dried slides. |
Equine | $22.00 | Details |
| Carbamate Insecticides (LC/MS) | Detection of carbamate insecticides by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include aldicarb, carbaryl, carbofuran, methomyl, and oxamyl. Specimen: 20 g GI content or 10 g bait |
Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Equine, Feline | $64.75 | Details |
| Cantharidin (LC/MS) | Detection of cantharidin, the toxic chemical produced by blister beetles, by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to feed samples. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $54.00 | Details |
| Calcium | Measurement of calcium by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, ocular fluid, or urine |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| Cadmium (ICP/MS) | Measurement of cadmium by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| BUN | Measurement of blood urea nitrogen by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, urine, or body fluid |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $8.75 | Details |
| Buffy Coat Examination | Detection of infectious agents (i.e. Hepatozoon spp., bacteria, spirochetes) and neoplastic cells (i.e. mast cells) by microscopic evaluation of the buffy coat. Specimen: 1 mL EDTA whole blood |
All | $16.25 | Details |
| Brucella spp. (Culture) | Detection of Brucella spp. by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Ovine, Porcine | $13.00 | Details |
| Brucella abortus / suis (Plate Agglutination) | Detection of antibodies to Brucella abortus and Brucella suis, causative agents of brucellosis, by standard plate agglutination. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Bovine, Camelid, Equine, Porcine | $3.25 | Details |
| Brucella abortus / suis (Card Agglutination) | Detection of antibodies to Brucella abortus and Brucella suis, the causative agents of brucellosis, by card agglutination. Specimen: 1 mL serum or plasma |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Ovine, Porcine | $3.25 | Details |
| Bromethalin (LC/MS) | Detection of desmethylbromethalin, the toxic metabolite of bromethalin, by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: One or more of the following: 2-5 g fresh adipose tissue, kidney, brain, liver, bait. |
All | $108.00 | Details |
| Borrelia spp. (rtPCR) | Detection of Borrelia species, including B. burgdorferi, B. hermsii, B. parkeri, and B. turicatae by real time PCR. Lyme Borreliosis (Borrelia burgdorferi) DNA is not typically detected in peripheral blood, even when Lyme disease is the cause of clinical signs. This PCR for Borrelia species is offered for the detection of Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever Borrelia […] Specimen: 0.5 - 2 mL EDTA whole blood or tick(s) |
Canine, Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Bone Marrow Fat [Referral] | Measurement of the percent bone marrow fat to assess the nutritional status of an individual animal. Recommended for diagnosis of malnutrition / starvation. Specimen: Femur bone is preferred. 1 g marrow is required. |
All | $120.00 | Details |
| Blood Smear Examination – Mammalian | Microscopic WBC differential, cellular morphology, and hemoparasite exam. Specimen: 1-2 air-dried blood smear slides |
Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $21.50 | Details |
| Bilirubin – Total | Measurement of total bilirubin by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Bilirubin – Direct | Measurement of direct bilirubin by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Bile Acid | Measurement of bile acid concentration by automated analyzer. References are available for 2-hours post-prandial blood samples or fasted blood samples. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum, lithium heparin plasma, or EDTA plasma |
Canine, Equine, Feline | $17.00 | Details |
| Baermann Test | Detection of lungworm larvae by the Baermann method. Specimen: 5 g feces |
Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $21.50 | Details |
| Bacterial Identification (Gram Stain) | Classification of bacterial organism based on Gram stain characteristic. Specimen: One of the following:
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All | $7.50 | Details |
| Bacterial Identification (Anaerobic Culture) | Identification of bacterial pathogens requiring an anaerobic environment by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $16.25 | Details |
| Bacterial Identification (Acid Fast Stain) | Identification of acid-fast bacterial pathogens by acid fast stain / differential stain. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $10.25 | Details |
| Bacterial Identification – Companion Animal (Aerobic & Anaerobic Culture) | Identification of a wide variety of bacterial pathogens in companion animals by aerobic and anaerobic culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Amphibian, Avian, Canine, Cervid, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Rodent | $32.25 | Details |
| Bacillus anthracis (Culture) | Detection of Bacillus anthracis, the causative agent of anthrax, by culture. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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All | $43.25 | Details |
| Babesia spp. (rtPCR) | Detection of Babesia species (B. gibsoni, B. canis, B. caballi) by real time PCR. Specimen: 0.5 - 2 mL EDTA whole blood or tick(s) |
Canine, Equine | $33.00 | Details |
| Babesia caballi (cELISA) | Detection of antibodies to Babesia caballi, a causative agent of equine piroplasmosis, by competitive ELISA. Specimen: 2 mL serum |
Equine | $19.50 | Details |
| Azole Panel [Referral] | Determination of the antifungal susceptibility of pure isolates for fluconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, and posaconazole. Specimen: Pure fungal isolate |
All | $205.00 | Details |
| Avermectins (LC/MS) | Measurement of avermectins, including abamectin, doramectin, eprinomectin, ivermectin, moxidectin and selamectin, by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Avian, Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Cervid, Equine, Feline | $108.00 | Details |
| AST | Measurement of aspartate aminotransferase (AST) activity by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Arsenic (ICP/MS) | Measurement of arsenic by inductively-coupled plasma/mass spectrometry. A $10.75 sample preparation fee will be added to tissue and feed specimens. Specimen: One or more of the following:
For birds, 0.3 mL EDTA whole blood is adequate. Blood, serum, and urine samples are tested on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 5 days. Tissue and feed samples are tested on Mondays and Thursdays with a turnaround time of 7 days. |
All | $23.00 | Details |
| Arsenic – Inorganic (Reinsch) | Detection of arsenic salts by the qualitative Reinsch test. Targets include calcium arsenate, lead arsenate, and lead arsenate. Specimen: One of the following:
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Bovine, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine | $30.00 | Details |
| Antimicrobial Susceptibility – Rapid Growing Mycobacterium, Nocardia (MIC) | Determination of the antimicrobial susceptibility of pure isolates from rapidly-growing Mycobacterium (RGM), Nocardia spp., and aerobic Actinomycetes by minimum inhibitory concentration. Specimen: Pure bacterial isolate of rapidly-growing mycobacteria, nocardia or aerobic Actinomycetes. |
Amphibian, Avian, Camelid, Canine, Equine, Exotic, Feline, Rodent | $41.00 | Details |
| Antimicrobial Susceptibility – Equine (MIC) | Determination of the antimicrobial susceptibility of pure isolates from equine by minimum inhibitory concentration. Specimen: Pure bacterial isolate |
Equine | $25.00 | Details |
| Antifungal Susceptibility [Referral] | Determination of the antifungal susceptibility of pure isolates. Specimen: Pure fungal isolate |
All | $70.00 | Details |
| Anticoagulant Rodenticides (LC/MS) | Measurement of anticoagulant rodenticides by liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry. Targets include warfarin, bromadiolone, brodifacoum, diphacinone, chlorophacinone, coumatetralyl, difenacoum, difethialone, coumachlor, and dicoumarol. Specimen: One or more of the following:
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Bovine, Camelid, Canine, Caprine, Cervid, Equine, Feline, Ovine, Porcine, Rodent | $167.25 | Details |
| Antibiotic Susceptibility – Equine (Kirby-Bauer) | Determination of the antibiotic susceptibility of pure isolates from equine by disk diffusion. Specimen: Pure bacterial isolate |
Equine | $25.00 | Details |
| Anti-Mullerian Hormone & Inhibin [Referral] | Detection of anti-mullerian hormone and inhibin in equine. Results are useful for the diagnosis of granulosa cell tumors in mares. Specimen: 4 mL serum |
Equine | $105.00 | Details |
| Anti-Mullerian Hormone [Referral] | Detection of anti-mullerian hormone. In felines, this hormone can distinguish spayed from intact animals or detect ovarian remnant syndrome. In equines, it is useful for the diagnosis of granulosa-theca cell tumors (GCTs). Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Equine, Feline | $65.00 | Details |
| Anaplasma phagocytophilum (IFA) | Detection of antibodies to Anaplasma phagocytophilum (formerly known as Ehrlichia equi) by indirect fluorescent antibody test. Performed at 1:64, 1:128, 1:256, 1:512, 1:1024, and 1:2048 dilutions. Specimen: 1 mL serum |
Canine, Equine | $30.25 | Details |
| ALKP | Measurement of alkaline phosphatase (ALKP) activity by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| Albumin | Measurement of albumin concentration by automated analyzer. Specimen: 0.5 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma |
All | $8.75 | Details |
| 25-Hydroxyvitamin D [Referral] | Identification of vitamin D toxicity or deficiency. This assay will detect metabolites of cholecalciferol (rat poisons, vitamin D supplements); it will not detect toxicity due to calcitriol (Rocaltrol) or calcipotriene (Dovonex – anti-psoriasis cream). Interpretation of results by a veterinary endocrinologist is included. Specimen: 0.5 mL fasting serum |
All | $56.00 | Details |