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Virus Isolation (Egg Inoculation)

Description

General procedure utilized for the isolation and identification of viruses.

Code1530
SectionVirology
SpeciesAvian
Specimen

One or more of the following: 

  • 1-5 fresh tissue, swabs from affected area(s)
  • other samples 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.

Collection Container

Sealed, leak-proof plastic bag or container.

Packing Instructions

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

Special Instructions

Appropriateness of this test will be determined by TVMDL based on species and virus. Typical turnaround time is 14 days, but testing may take longer for confirmation.If infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) or reovirus are isolated, TVMDL will perform a confirmatory PCR at no additional cost. Typing is available for an additional charge. 

Price$85.00
Schedule
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