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Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (Cell Culture)

Isolation and identification of epizootic hemorrhagic disease virus (EHD) using cell culture methods.

NameEpizootic Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (Cell Culture)
Code1500
SectionVirology
SpeciesBovine, Caprine, Cervid
Specimen

One or more of the following: 

  • 5-10 mL EDTA or heparin whole blood
  • 0.5-1 mL semen
  • 2 g spleen
  • 2-5 g fresh tissues as deemed appropriate by submitter and/or professional staff
Sampling Requirements

Fresh samples provide the most accurate results. 

Swabs in gel media are not appropriate for virus isolation. 

Blood collected in heparin (green top tube) is preferred. Blood collected in EDTA (purple top) may clot during testing, therefore is not preferred.

Collection Container

Blood: heparin (green top) tube or EDTA (purple top) tube. 

Semen: leak proof tubes or straws. 

Fresh tissue, swabs, or fluids: 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$37.75
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time
College Station Tuesday14—21 days

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