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  • Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

    Test Code
    T100
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    BUN
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Blood urea nitrogen

  • Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

    Test Code
    Results:
    Daily
    Component
    BUN
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Measures the amount of urea nitrogen in blood.

  • Bone Marrow Core Biopsy

    Test Code
    BMBC
    Results:
    3-5 business days
    Component
    Includes preparation of submitted bone marrow needle cores and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
    Specimen
    Bone marrow needle cores should be taken from the proximal humerus with a 11-to-13-gauge Jamshidi needle 3 to 4 inches long. Submit samples in 10% neutral buffer formalin (less than 1L of formalin) using a leak-proof container approved for shipping biological specimens. Bag container in zipper-lock see-through bag separately from cytology slides and other samples. Protect biopsies in freezing temperatures by adding 1:10 ratio isopropyl alcohol (70% or higher) to formalin.
    Test Description
    This test examines bone marrow for patients with hematopoietic abnormalities. Submit biopsies of marrow in formalin. For complete interpretation, a CBC should be submitted simultaneously — this gives the clinical pathologist a more complete view of the hematopoietic system and can help pinpoint disease. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the clinical pathologist in interpreting the findings.

    For patients with suspected osteomyelitis or tumors of bone, submit biopsies in formalin (or complete limbs dampened with saline) and refrigerated using the standard biopsy CFBX test code. All shipments must comply with U.S. DOT regulations. Go to website https://www.antechdiagnostics.com/reference-lab/diagnostics/pathology/ for detailed instructions or call Customer Support at 800-341-3440, dial 2.

  • Bone Marrow Cytology

    Test Code
    BONE
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Includes preparation of submitted bone marrow sample and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist
    Specimen
    4 to 5 air dried bone marrow slides or bone marrow sample in
    lavender top tube
    Test Description
    This test includes a microscopic evaluation of bone marrow. The report includes description of cellularity, assessment of cell lineage, and pathologist comments.

  • Bone Marrow Cytology

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Includes preparation of submitted bone marrow sample and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
    Specimen
    4 to 5 air-dried bone marrow slides or bone marrow sample in lavender top tube, labeled with source
    Test Description
    This test includes a microscopic evaluation of bone marrow. The report includes description of cellularity, assessment of cell lineage, and pathologist comments. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

  • Bone Marrow Cytology, CBC

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Bone Marrow Cytology, CBC
    Specimen
    Submit both: 4 to 5 air-dried bone marrow slides or bone marrow sample (labeled with source); 1.0 mL whole blood in lavender top tube (labeled with source)
    Test Description
    Bone Marrow Cytology and Complete Blood Count (CBC).

    This test includes a microscopic evaluation of bone marrow. The report includes descriptions of cellularity, assessment of cell lineage, and pathologist comments. The CBC submitted at the time of the bone marrow sampling is utilized in the interpretation of the bone marrow evaluation to allow for a more complete assessment of the hematopoietic system. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

  • Bone Marrow Cytology, CBC

    Test Code
    BONECBC
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Bone Marrow Cytology, CBC
    Specimen
    4 to 5 air-dried bone marrow slides or bone marrow sample, and 1.0 mL whole blood
    Test Description
    Bone Marrow Cytology and Complete Blood Count (CBC).

    This test includes a microscopic evaluation of bone marrow. The report includes descriptions of cellularity, assessment of cell lineage, and pathologist comments. The CBC submitted at the time of the bone marrow sampling is utilized in the interpretation of the bone marrow evaluation to allow for a more complete assessment of the hematopoietic system. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

  • Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) ELISA

    Test Code
    S16844
    Results:
    5-7 days
    Component
    BVD ELISA
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top or white top tube from precolostral newborn calves or calves older than three months are suitable for testing. Ear notches from animals of all ages may also be tested.
    Test Description
    Detects BVD virus antigen or antibodies. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) PCR

    Test Code
    S86551
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    BVD PCR
    Specimen
    Submit one of the following: 2.0 mL whole blood in lavender top tube; Fresh tissue, semen, or milk in non-additive tube
    Test Description
    Detects BVD virus RNA. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Bromide

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Bromide
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive transport tube

    Do NOT use serum separator tube.
    Test Description
    This test is used to monitor bromide (Br) therapy. Therapeutic serum bromide concentrations should be measured at three weeks after initiating therapy, but steady-state concentrations may fluctuate among dogs due to differences in drug clearance and bioavailability.

  • Bromide

    Test Code
    T730
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Bromide
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive transport tube
    Test Description
    This test is used to monitor bromide therapy. Therapeutic serum bromide concentrations should be measured at three weeks after initiating therapy, but steady-state concentrations may fluctuate among dogs due to differences in drug clearance and bioavailability.

  • Bromide Add-on

    Test Code
    ADD320
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Bromide
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive transport tube
    Test Description
    This test is used to monitor bromide therapy. Therapeutic serum bromide concentrations should be measured at three weeks after initiating therapy, but steady-state concentrations may fluctuate among dogs due to differences in drug clearance and bioavailability.

  • Brucella canis – Screen (Canine)

    Test Code
    T530
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Brucella canis screen
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This test is species-specific (dogs only). This is a screening test performed at 1:50 dilution. A titer is not performed.

  • Brucella canis Screen (Canine)

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Brucella canis screen
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This is a screening test performed at 1:50 dilution. A titer is not performed. This test is species-specific (canine only).

  • Brucella Screen Multiplex (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16131
    Results:
    5-7 days
    Component
    Includes confirmatory testing with Brucella Slide Agglutination and AGID for samples with non-negative screen results.
    Specimen
    2.0 mL serum in red top or other non-additive tube
    Test Description
    An antibody detection for Brucella canis antigen via the Canine Brucella Multiplex Assay. Samples undergo sequential testing dependent upon initial results. If the Multiplex assay is positive, further testing is performed by Canine Brucella Slide Agglutination and AGID testing at no additional cost. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Brucella Titer for Export (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16003
    Results:
    7-10 business days
    Component
    Brucella Titer (Export)
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluation for antibody suggestive of Brucella canis exposure. Brucella canis antibody evaluation is performed by serum agglutination. The test is typically used when required for export. Canine only. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Buffy Coat Cytology for Mast Cells

    Test Code
    T325
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Includes preparation of buffy coat smears and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist
    Specimen
    1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
    Test Description
    Used to assess for the presence of mast cells, evaluate for hemiparasites/infectious agents, or to do a differential on Complete Blood Count (CBC) with low white cells.

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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.

  • Accuplex Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    AccuPlex Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Avian & Exotic Test Request Form

    Avian & Exotic

    US Version

  • Cadet-BRAF Test Request Form

    CADET BRAF/Plus

    US Version

  • Canine & Feline Test Request Form

    Canine & Feline Tests

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Dermapathology Test Request Form

    Dermatopathology Consult

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Pathology Test Request Form

    Histopathology/Cytology

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Superliver Test Request Form

    Superliver Biopsy

    US Version

  • Equine & Large Animal Test Request Form

    Equine

    US Version

  • Equine/Large Animal Pathology Test Request Form

    Equine Histopathology/Cytology

    US Version

  • Heartworm Canine Occult Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    Canine Occult Heartworm Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Heartworm Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    Heartworm Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Ova & Parasite Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    O&P Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Ova & Parasite, Giardia Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    O&P Multi-Test with Giardia

    US Version

  • SearchLight DNA Form Canada

    SearchLight DNA Form (CA)

  • SearchLight DNA Test Request Form

    SearchLight DNA Form (US)