Sarcocystis neurona (PCR) [Referral]
| Description | Detection of Sarcocystis neurona, the causative agent of equine protozoal myelitis, by PCR. |
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| Code | 8043 |
| Section | Molecular Diagnostics |
| Species | Equine |
| Specimen | 2 mL cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) in EDTA |
| Sampling Requirements | CSF should be clear. |
| Collection Container | 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 Equine Diagnostic Solutions in Lexington, KY. Prices listed for tests performed outside TVMDL may not include referral lab accession fees and are subject to change without notice. A processing and forwarding fee is added to all referral tests. Turnaround times vary depending on shipping time and the referral lab’s schedule. |
| Price | $73.00 |