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Vesicular Stomatitis Virus Panel (VN)

Description

Detection of antibodies to the New Jersey and Indiana strains (VS NJ / IN) of vesicular stomatitis virus by virus neutralization. Performed at a starting dilution of 1:8.

Code1527
SectionVirology
SpeciesBovine, Equine
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. 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. 

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 11:00 am on the day of testing, otherwise samples will be held until the next scheduled test day. Typical turnaround time is 2 days, but testing may take longer for confirmation.This is a test for a disease agent regulated by the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) and/or the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS). Samples, documentation, and testing may be subject to additional requirements or restrictions as determined by TAHC or USDA APHIS.

Price$40.75
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