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.