Equine encephalitis virus (EEEV)/West Nile virus (WNV) - PCR

Code:

eeewnv

Lab:

V

Days test started:

M-F

TAT:

1-5 d

Available for:

Companion Animal

Specimen Type/Volume

WNV Avian: swabs or tissue samples (brain/kidney). Equine: swabs or tissue samples (brain). EEEV Dead: Brain, spleen.

Shipping Information

Ship in insulated container with freezer packs.

Collection Protocol

Collect swabs with virus transport medium (VTM). Tissue in leakproof container.

Additional Information

See AHL LabNote 36*.