English
English Canadian French
Contact

Test Guide

Search our comprehensive list of tests. Board-certified specialists and pathologists are always a call or email away for expert consulting. We also offer HealthTracks, a dynamic platform that puts all your laboratory results at your fingertips. With HealthTracks, you can easily access detailed reports, provide pet owner-friendly summaries, and manage all your diagnostic needs, all in one convenient place.

Antech Diagnostics Test Guide

Location
Filter by Test Type

Filter by Test Type

  • Cytology Follow-up Recheck

    Test Code
    RCYTO
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Includes preparation of submitted sample and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
    Specimen
    2 or more air-dried and unstained slides with clinical
    history
    Test Description
    This is a follow-up recheck test code. This test includes a microscopic evaluation of cells. The report includes cytologic interpretation, diagnosis, and comments regarding etiology and biological behavior where applicable.

  • D-Dimer

    Test Code
    T350
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    D-Dimer
    Specimen
    0.5 mL citrated plasma in non-additive transport tube
    Test Description
    This test is used to measure the concentration of D-dimers.

  • Dermatopathology, DACVD Consult

    Test Code
    DERM
    Results:
    Histopathology report: 3-5 business days Consultation report: additional 1-3 business days
    Component
    Includes preparation of sample and microscopic interpretation by an anatomical pathologist.
    Specimen
    Submit samples in 10% neutral buffer formalin (less than 1L of formalin) using a leak-proof container approved for shipping biological specimens. Label with patient name, tissue source, and date. Bag container in zipper-lock see-through bag separately from other samples. All shipments must comply with U.S. DOT regulations. Go to website https://antechdiagnostics.dv:7890/reference-lab/diagnostics/pathology/ for detailed instructions or call Customer Support at 800-872-1001, Dial 0. Protect biopsies in freezing temperatures by adding 1:10 ratio isopropyl alcohol (70% or higher) to formalin.
    Test Description
    This specialty biopsy is supported by a team of board-certified anatomic pathologists who are experienced in dermatopathology. A boarded pathologist will evaluate the tissue submitted for Histopathology.

    Reports include: source, microscopic description, microscopic findings and pathologist’s comments and direct contact information. In addition, where applicable, reports include margin evaluation, tumor grading, and interpretation of special stains.

  • Dermatopathology, No DACVD Consult

    Test Code
    DERMPATH
    Results:
    3-5 business days
    Component
    Reports include: source, microscopic description, microscopic findings and pathologist's comments and direct contact information. In addition, where applicable reports include margin evaluation, tumor grading, and interpretation of special stains.
    Specimen
    Submit samples in 10% neutral buffer formalin (less than 1L of formalin) using a leak-proof container approved for shipping biological specimens. Label with patient name, tissue source, and date. Bag container in zipper-lock see-through bag separately from other samples. All shipments must comply with U.S. DOT regulations. Go to website https://antechdiagnostics.dv:7890/reference-lab/diagnostics/pathology/ for detailed instructions or call Customer Support at 800-341-3440, Dial 0. Protect biopsies in freezing temperatures by adding 1:10 ratio isopropyl alcohol (70% or higher) to formalin.
    Test Description
    A boarded pathologist will evaluate the tissue submitted for Histopathology.

  • Desert Disease Panel w/SDMA,T4

    Test Code
    SA504
    Results:
    1-5 days
    Component
    SuperChem (TP, ALB, GLOB, A/G, ALP, ALT, AST, GGT, TBIL, BUN, CREA, BUN/CREA, SDMA, PHOS, GLU, CA, MG, NA, K, NA/K, CL, CHOL, TRIG, AMYL, PSLipase, CPK), CBC, Coccidioidomycosis Screen and Titer, Ehrlichia canis, T4
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube; 1.0 mL whole blood in lavender top tube
    Test Description
    SuperChem (SA010) with Complete Blood Count (CBC), screening for exposure to Ehrlichia canis (IFA) and Coccidioidomycosis (IgM and IgG), and Total T4.

  • Diabetes Monitoring Panel

    Test Code
    SA800
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    Chemistry (TP, ALP, ALT, TBIL, BUN, CREA, SDMA, CL, GLU, PrecisionPSL, NA, K, NA/K), CBC, Fructosamine, UA
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube; 1.0 mL whole blood in lavender top tube; 6.0 mL urine in urine transport tube
    Test Description
    Chemistry panel with Complete Blood Count (CBC), Fructosamine Assay, and Urinalysis (UA).

  • Diarrhea Panel (Equine)

    Test Code
    L492
    Results:
    2-4 days
    Component
    FEC (MST), Fecal Culture, Clostridium perfringens enterotoxin, Clostridium difficile toxins A/B
    Specimen
    10 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    Fecal Egg Count (FEC) by Modified Stoll’s Technique (MST), Fecal Culture, Clostridium perfringens enterotoxin, and Clostridium difficile toxins A/B.

  • Diarrhea Profile (Avian)

    Test Code
    AE070
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Avian Comprehensive Chemistry (TP, ALB, SGOT, GLOB, GLU, PHOS, CA, CL, CHOL, CPK, NA, K, Uric Acid), CBC (Avian/Exotics), Gram Stain, Aerobic Culture, Giardia Ag ELISA
    Specimen
    0.5 mL heparinized plasma in green micro vial with gel; 0.5 mL whole blood in green micro vial (no gel); 2 fecal slides in slide holder; 0.5 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container; Culturette
    Test Description
    Avian Comprehensive Chemistry (AE010) with Avian/Exotics Complete Blood Count (CBC), Gram Stain, Aerobic Culture, and Giardia Ag ELISA.

  • Digoxin

    Test Code
    T735
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Digoxin level
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive transport tube collected 8 hours post pill
    Test Description
    Digoxin level

  • Direct Bilirubin (DBIL)

    Test Code
    DBIL
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    DBIL
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Direct bilirubin

  • Direct Coombs’ Test (Warm)

    Test Code
    T540
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Direct Coombs' Test (Warm)
    Specimen
    1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
    Test Description
    Used to investigate hemolytic anemia. Test should be performed within 24 hours of sample collection.

  • Distemper PCR

    Test Code
    S16501
    Results:
    5-9 days
    Component
    Distemper PCR
    Specimen
    Submit one of the following:
    0.5 mL urine in urine transport tube;
    0.5 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube;
    CSF in red top or lavender top tube;
    Lung in sterile, leakproof container;
    Conjunctival or nasal swab in sterile tube with 1 mL sterile saline

  • Distemper Smear, FA

    Test Code
    S16250
    Results:
    1-5 days
    Component
    Distemper Ag
    Specimen
    0.2 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube (in order to prepare 1 or more smears); OR unstained peripheral blood, buffy coat, or urine sediment smear(s)
    Test Description
    This test is helpful in making a diagnosis of distemper, in the absence of recent vaccination, when used in conjunction with clinical signs.

  • Distemper Titer IgG, IgM (Canine)

    Test Code
    T555
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Distemper IgG, Distemper IgM
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This test provides an IgM and IgG titer for Canine Distemper. Titer pattern needs to be interpreted in light of the patient (duration of illness, clinical signs, vaccine history). Paired serology may be needed to confirm recent exposure.

  • Distemper Titer-Virus Neutraliz.

    Test Code
    S16107
    Results:
    10-14 days
    Component
    Distemper Titer
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Serum neutralization assay (SN) for detection of neutralizing antibodies to Canine Distemper Virus (CDV).

  • Distemper Vaccine Titer (Canine)

    Test Code
    T560
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Distemper Virus IgG
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This test detects IgG antibodies against canine distemper virus. The result is reported as positive or negative. A titer is not reported. This test is not to be used in patients suspected to be ill from distemper virus infection.

  • Distemper/Parvovirus IgG End Point Titers (Canine)

    Test Code
    T675
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Distemper IgG End Point Titer, Parvo IgG End Point Titer
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum
    Test Description
    This test provides an endpoint IgG titer for Canine Distemper and Canine Parvovirus exposure.

Download our comprehensive list of tests for free

Download US Catalog
Download CA Catalog
Download Icon

Test Request Forms

As a service to our valued clients, Antech provides quick online access to test request forms in PDF format. Click download on the desired form below and the PDF will open in a new window, where you have the option to save or print.