Piscirickettsia salmonis tissue imprint examination
Test Schedule
| Lab | Lab section | Days | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| WADDL - Pullman | Aquatic Health | Mon-Fri | 29 Days |
Price:
$20.00
Description
To detect rickettsia-like organisms (RLO) such as Piscirickettsia salmonis in fish tissue.
Specimens Required
Tissue touch impressions of kidney, liver, spleen, or aspirates. Appropriate specimen type(s) dependent on regulations of country of import.
Sampling Requirements
See WADDL's Piscirickettsia salmonis tissue collection Resource for written and instructions about how to perform sample collection for this test.
For additional information on how to collect and submit a sample please visit our Submit a Sample page.
Collection Container
Ship slides in slide holder with padding, or tissues for impression in whirlpaks.
Packing Instructions
Ship chilled in insulated cooler or stryofoam shipper on ice packs.
For additional information, please visit our Packing and Shipping page.
Special Instructions
For regulatory requirements contact WADDL or appropriate regulatory authority.
Ordering Instructions
Order one test per each fish impression.
For online test ordering please visit our Submit a Sample page for additional information. To submit a specimen without submitting through our online portal please see our Forms page for fillable forms and further instruction.