All TVMDL locations will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance 0f Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26. Please schedule sample shipments with these hours in mind.
Referral tests are not performed at TVMDL; a processing and shipping fee will apply.
Detection of antigen to rabies virus by fluorescent antibody test. This test is performed at the Texas Department of State Health Services in Austin, Texas. 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).