Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus – Pooled Ear Notches (rtPCR)

Ear notch at least 3 mm in size. For pooling, individual samples must be collected and labeled with individual animal identification. Samples will be pooled at TVMDL.

Fresh and dry ear notches are preferred. Do not add transport media. Label all samples. For multiple samples, number tubes consecutively using a permanent marker. 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.

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

Sealed, leak-proof plastic bag or container.

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

Pricing for animals on the same accession is as follows: the first sample is $28.25 each additional sample on the same accession is $3.50.  There is a fee of $1.15 per sample to pool specimens. Should a pooled test result in a positive result, each individual sample will be tested by ELISA at $3.50 per sample to determine the positive animal(s). 

Typical turnaround time is 1-4 days but testing may take longer for confirmation.