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Hemoplasma (PCR) [Referral]

Detection of Mycoplasma wenyonii and Candidatus Mycoplasma haemobos, the causative agents of hemotropic mycoplasma infection, by PCR.

NameHemoplasma (PCR) [Referral]
Code8041
SectionMolecular Diagnostics
Species
Specimen

1-2 mL EDTA whole blood, 1-2g 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.

Collection Container

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

Blood: EDTA (purple top) tube.

Packing Instructions

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

Special Instructions

This test is performed at the Michigan State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Lansing, MI. Prices for tests performed outside TVMDL may not include lab accession and forwarding fees and are subject to change without notice. Turnaround times vary depending on shipping time and the referral lab's schedule.

Price$28.00
Schedule
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