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Blood Smear Examination – Non-Mammalian

Microscopic WBC differential, cellular morphology, and hemoparasite exam.

NameBlood Smear Examination – Non-Mammalian
Code1128
SectionClinical Pathology
SpeciesAmphibian, Avian, Exotic
Specimen

1-2 air-dried slides

Sampling Requirements

Peripheral blood smear should be prepared at the time of collection.

Collection Container

Slide container

Packing Instructions

Label all samples. Protect slides from formalin, moisture, and extreme temperatures.

Special Instructions

Blood Smear Examination is meant for exotic animals and pocket pets with small blood volumes. This test is not meant to replace a complete blood count (CBC). A CBC can be performed at a lower cost than a Blood Smear Examination, and includes both microscopic evaluation and full instrument data. If a CBC was performed in-house and there is no or minimal EDTA blood left, include a copy of the instrument data to improve results from this test.

Price$16.25
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time
College Station Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday1 day

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