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  • Parasite Identification

    Test Code
    T825
    Results:
    10-12 days
    Component
    Parasite ID
    Specimen
    Specimens may be submitted in 70% ethanol. This is preferred if further molecular analysis (PCR) is warranted. Submission form must include host species and body location from where parasite was collected. If submitting slides with worms, place slides in a leak proof container with 70% ethanol. Other representative sample types include feather, intestine, liver, fresh tissue, urine, wash/lavage, feces or vomitus. Samples fixed in formalin are acceptable but not suitable for molecular diagnosis.
    Test Description
    This is a sendout test. Listed TAT includes up to 2-day delivery time to sendout laboratory location.

  • Parathormone, Ionized Calcium

    Test Code
    S16595
    Results:
    5-7 days
    Component
    PTH, iCa
    Specimen
    1.5 mL frozen serum in non-additive transport tube
    Test Description
    Parathormone (PTH) and Ionized Calcium (iCa).

    Evaluates the total calcium, ionized calcium, and parathyroid hormone to further define the cause of abnormalities in calcium homeostasis.

    Results from this test will include interpretive comments provided by MSU’s Veterinary Diagnostic Lab Endocrinology Service. Their $20 interpretation fee will be added.

  • PARR

    Test Code
    S85503
    Results:
    9-11 business days
    Component
    PARR Assay
    Specimen
    Please provide a copy of the original cytology report and
    CSU submission form with your request.
    1. Blood and bone marrow:
    0.5 mL EDTA whole blood or bone marrow sample in lavender
    top tube. 4-5 very cellular bone marrow slides can also be
    submitted. Peripheral blood smears are not acceptable. If
    available, please provide a complete blood count with
    pathology review or cytology/histology report of the bone
    marrow.
    2. Lymph node and other organ aspirates:
    Fluid in EDTA (lavender top tube) or 4-5 cellular slides
    (smears or cytospins). No additional fluid (i.e.,
    saline/serum) needs to be added to aspirated fluid. Stained
    cytology slides are acceptable. Glued cover-slipped slides
    cannot be used.
    3. Body cavity fluid:
    Fluid in EDTA (lavender top tube) or 4-5 cellular slides
    (smears or cytospins).
    Stained cytology slides are acceptable.
    4. CSF:
    Multiple cellular cytospin preparations are preferred
    (stained or unstained) or fluid in EDTA (lavender top tube).
    For the sample to be diagnostic, it is estimated that 50,000
    lymphoid cells are needed. If the CSF has a lymphocyte count
    of 100/uL, at least 0.5 mL of fluid is needed, or the cells
    from 0.5 mL spun onto slides.
    5. Formalin-Fixed Paraffin Embedded (FFPE) Tissue:
    For this sample type, use code S86965 (Feline Intestinal
    Lymphoma Panel performed at MSU) or S85562 (Lymphoma Panel
    PARR, performed at MSU). If specifically requesting that
    PARR testing be performed on FFPE tissue at CSU, please use
    code S85503 and specify "FFPE tissue for CSU PARR"
    Test Description
    PARR (PCR for Antigen Receptor Rearrangement) is an assay that amplifies DNA. This test helps differentiate between monoclonal cells (most consistent with neoplasia) or polyclonal cells (most consistent with a reactive process).

  • Parvovirus Ab Titer (Canine)

    Test Code
    T690
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Parvovirus IgG, Parvovirus IgM
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluation of IgM and IgG titers consistent with Canine Parvovirus exposure. Titers must be interpreted in light of previous vaccination and clinical signs.

  • Parvovirus Ab Titer Add-on (Canine)

    Test Code
    ADD100
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Parvovirus IgG, Parvovirus IgM
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluation of IgM and IgG titers consistent with Canine Parvovirus exposure. Titers must be interpreted in light of previous vaccination and clinical signs.

  • Parvovirus Ab, Ag

    Test Code
    T700
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Parvovirus Ag, Canine Parvovirus Ab Titer
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube; 5.0 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    Parvovirus Antigen (Ag), Canine Parvovirus Antibody (Ab) Titer

    Detects parvovirus antigen in fecal samples and evaluates a concurrent serum sample for IgM and IgG titers consistent with Canine parvovirus exposure.

  • Parvovirus Ag

    Test Code
    T695
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Parvovirus Ag
    Specimen
    5 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    Detects Parvovirus Antigen (Ag) in fecal samples.

  • Parvovirus Ag Add-on

    Test Code
    ADD110
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Parvovirus Ag
    Specimen
    5 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    This is an add-on test code. Detects Parvovirus Antigen (Ag) in fecal samples.

  • Parvovirus PCR (Canine)

    Test Code
    S8710
    Results:
    4-7 days
    Component
    Parvovirus PCR
    Specimen
    2.0 grams feces, or GI tissue (2 mm biopsy) without preservative.
    Test Description
    Detection of canine parvovirus in feces or GI tissue.

  • Parvovirus Vaccinal Titer

    Test Code
    T705
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Parvovirus Vaccine Titer
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Used to evaluate current IgG levels to parvovirus in light of previous vaccination.

  • Path Review (Urinalysis)

    Test Code
    T764
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    UA Path Review
    Specimen
    2.0 mL urine in urine transport tube
    Test Description
    This test can be added onto a Urinalysis (UA) and includes sediment evaluation by a clinical pathologist.

  • PCR FUO Mini (Equine)

    Test Code
    L970
    Results:
    4-5 days
    Component
    – EDTA Whole blood: EHY1, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, PHF – Fecal: PHF, ECoV
    Specimen
    1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube; 5.0 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container
    Test Description
    – EDTA Whole Blood: Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1), Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Neorickettsia risticii (PHF)
    – Fecal: Neorickettsia risticii (PHF), Equine Coronavirus (ECoV)

  • PCR FUO Panel (Equine)

    Test Code
    L965
    Results:
    4-5 days
    Component
    – Swab: Streptococcus equi, EHY1, EHY4, EIV, ERAV, ERBV – EDTA Whole blood: EHY1, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, PHF – Fecal: PHF, ECoV
    Specimen
    Submit the following: 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube; 5.0 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container or fecal swab in non-additive tube; Nasal swab in non-additive tube without media
    Test Description
    – Swab: Streptococcus equi, Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1), Equine Herpes Virus 4 (EHV4), Equine Influenza Virus (EIV), Equine Rhinitis Virus A and B (ERAV & ERBV)
    – EDTA Whole Blood: Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1), Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Neorickettsia risticii (PHF)
    – Fecal: Neorickettsia risticii (PHF), Coronavirus (ECoV)

  • PCR Respiratory Panel (Equine)

    Test Code
    L960
    Results:
    4-5 days
    Component
    Streptococcus equi, Streptococcus zooepidemicus, Rhodococcus equi, EHV1, EHV4, EIV, ERAV, ERBV
    Specimen
    One or more of the following: transtracheal wash; bronchoalveolar lavage; guttural pouch wash; nasal swab; respiratory tract tissue. Submit sample(s) in non-additive tube and without media.
    Test Description
    Streptococcus equi, Streptococcus zooepidemicus, Rhodococcus equi, Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1), Equine Herpes Virus 4 (EHV4), Equine Influenza Virus (EIV), Equine Rhinitis Virus A and B (ERAV & ERBV).

  • Pet Cancer Specialty Biopsy (Canine, Feline)

    Test Code
    FBXNEO
    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.

    IMPORTANT: all specimens MUST be packaged in compliance with US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations for transporting biological/hazardous materials. Non-compliant packages will not be picked up. DOT compliant packaging materials can be ordered through healthtracks.com. Find detailed instructions for packaging specimens at antech.com/reference-lab/diagnostics/pathology.

  • Phenobarbital

    Test Code
    T750
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Phenobarbital level
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive transport tube
    Test Description
    Phenobarbital level (therapeutic drug monitoring)

  • Phenobarbital Add-on

    Test Code
    ADD315
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Phenobarbital level
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive tube
    Test Description
    Add-on phenobarbital level (therapeutic drug monitoring)

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