Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

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Bluetongue Virus (rtPCR)

Detection of bluetongue virus (BTV) by real time PCR.

NameBluetongue Virus (rtPCR)
Code1248
SectionMolecular Diagnostics
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SpecimenOne or more of the following: 1-2 mL semen, 1-2 mL EDTA whole blood, 1 g fresh spleen.
Sampling Requirements

Blood in heparin (green top) tube cannot be used for this test. Ensure thorough mixing of blood in EDTA (e.g. invert tube several times immediately following collection) to prevent clotting. Clotted blood is not suitable for testing. Fresh samples provide the most accurate results.

Learn more about sending samples for molecular diagnostics testing in our online Education Library.

Collection Container

Blood: EDTA (purple top) tube. 

Semen: leak-proof tubes or straws. 

Tissue: sealed, leak-proof plastic bag or container.

Packing Instructions

Label all samples. Ship overnight on cold packs in an insulated container.

Special Instructions

none

Price$30.00
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time
College Station Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday1—4 days