An anatomic pathologist at the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, was listed as the second author on a newly published case report describing an unusual and severe case of a tapeworm larval infection in an Anatolian Shepherd dog, with evidence suggesting that long-term infection may have contributed to the development of cancer. The work was…
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) has expanded its Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) testing to now include cats. This offering was previously limited to testing in dogs, however TVMDL has validated the assay and interpretive thresholds to assist feline clients in assessing AMH concentrations. AMH is a protein hormone produced by Sertoli cells and…
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, has added to and improved it’s diagnostic offerings for equine and canine clients interested in testing for respiratory diseases. Clients now have the options of requesting two new testing panels aimed at detecting common pathogens that contribute to equine respiratory disease. Respiratory PCR Panel – Equine BasicTest…
On Fourth of July, Americans gather to celebrate with food, family, and festivities — sometimes accompanied by their loyal canine companions. Excited and playful, dogs enjoy mingling with guests and often hope to nab a bite of human food during the cookout. A sneaky swipe from the table, a scoop from off the ground or…
The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, regularly performs testing to detect and mitigate the effects of pyoderma, a bacterial skin infection commonly found in canines. Clinical signs of pyoderma include redness, pustules, crusting, hair loss and itchiness around affected regions. The disease is classified into three categories based on the depth of infection:…
Canine parvovirus, also known as CPV or “parvo,” is a highly contagious disease infecting puppies and occasionally adult dogs. The disease can cause severe symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration. The absence or delay of treatment can increase the risk of critical health complications including the possibility of death. Diagnostic testing plays a key role…
April is National Heartworm Awareness month. Spring is also the time of year when mosquitoes, the heartworm vector, become active. As the month winds down and the temperature goes up, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, is addressing three common misconceptions related to heartworm disease and testing. “Heartworm disease is serious issue,” said…
The crisp, autumn air settles in after a long and hot Texas summer, but lurking beneath the excitement is the shadowy threat of the canine infectious respiratory disease complex, otherwise known as kennel cough. Cooler temperatures mean an increase in outbreaks as dogs spend more time indoors in close quarters and their immune systems weaken.…
Therapeutic drugs can significantly improve the quality of life in animals with painful or long-term illnesses. However, it’s critical to monitor the level of medication in an animal’s body to ensure the dosage is safe and effective. The bodily response to therapeutic drugs is particularly important to monitor in pets with chronic conditions, such as…