Abortion Panel – Caprine/Ovine Serology
| Description | Detection of antibodies to common pathogens that cause abortion in sheep and goats. Panel includes Leptospira Panel – 5 Serovars (MAT), Toxoplasma gondii IgG (ELISA), Coxiella burnetii (ELISA), Bluetongue Virus (ELISA), and Brucella abortus/suis (Card Agglutination). | ||||||
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| Code | 1353 | ||||||
| Section | Serology | ||||||
| Species | Caprine, Ovine | ||||||
| Specimen | 2 mL serum | ||||||
| Sampling Requirements | Collect serum from clotted blood in a non-additive tube (e.g. plain red top or serum separator). When possible, transfer clear serum off the clot into a new tube. Excessively hemolyzed samples are not acceptable for this test. | ||||||
| Collection Container | Glass or plastic tube with no anticoagulant additives. | ||||||
| Packing Instructions | Label all samples with unique identifiers. For multiple samples, number tubes consecutively using a permanent marker or adhesive label. Include a list of sample names/numbers or the Excel specimen import spreadsheet with submittal form. Place the tubes in consecutive, numerical order in cardboard boxes designated for tubes. Do not submit loose in bags. Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot. Overnight shipping is recommended. | ||||||
| Special Instructions | Testing for Brucella abortus/suis can be performed at TVMDL on caprine or ovine samples for any purpose. The USDA does not require ovine and caprine samples to be accompanied by a VS Form 4-33. However, individual state regulations may apply; please check with your state animal health officials for other regulatory requirements. | ||||||
| Price | $53.00 | ||||||
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