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Pseudorabies Virus gB (ELISA)

Detection of antibodies to pseudorabies virus (PRV) by ELISA.

NamePseudorabies Virus gB (ELISA)
Code1474
SectionSerology, Virology
SpeciesPorcine
Specimen

1 mL serum

Sampling Requirements

Collect serum from clotted blood in a non-additive tube (e.g. plain red top or serum separator). When possible, transfer clear serum off the clot into a new tube.Excessively hemolyzed samples are not acceptable for this test.

Collection Container

Glass or plastic tube with no anticoagulant additives.

Packing Instructions

Label all samples with unique identifiers. For multiple samples, number tubes consecutively using a permanent marker or adhesive label. Place the tubes in consecutive numerical order in cardboard boxes designated for tubes. Do not submit loose in bags.Include a list of sample names/numbers or the Excel specimen import spreadsheet with submittal form. 

Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot. Overnight shipping is recommended.

Special Instructions

Samples must be received in the testing lab / location by 3 p.m., 1 business day before the scheduled test day, otherwise samples will be held until the next scheduled test day. 

Reactive samples are tested on the differential gpI/g1 ELISA for confirmation. Samples which are reactive on that test are sent to the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, IA.Testing is performed in Canyon's Virology Section and in College Station's Serology Section. 

Price$6.50
Schedule
Lab Schedule Turnaround time
Canyon Tuesday, Friday1—3 days
College Station Tuesday, Friday1—3 days

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