Bovine Calf Diarrhea Panel (3 weeks - 3 months)
Test Schedule
| Lab | Lab section | Days | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| WADDL - Pullman | Bacteriology | Mon-Fri | 2-9 Business Days |
Price:
$140.00
Description
The Bovine Calf Diarrhea Panel screens for common pathogens causing diarrhea in calves 3 weeks to 3 months of age. Pathogens include the bacterial pathogen Salmonella sp., viral pathogens rotavirus and coronavirus, and gastrointestinal parasites.
If clostridial disease is suspected, suggested by severe hemorrhagic diarrhea, we recommend the addition of Clostridium perfringens culture and Clostridium perfringens toxin genotyping PCR.
If clostridial disease is suspected, suggested by severe hemorrhagic diarrhea, we recommend the addition of Clostridium perfringens culture and Clostridium perfringens toxin genotyping PCR.
Tests included in the panel:
- Enteric aerobic culture
- Fecal Float
- Cryptosporidium-rotavirus-coronavirus multiplex PCR
Specimens Required
- 10 gram feces
Sampling Requirements
leak-proof container
For additional information on how to collect and submit a sample please visit our Submit a Sample page.
Collection Container
Label all samples. Store refrigerated. Ship overnight on cold packs in an insulated container.
Packing Instructions
For additional information, please visit our Packing and Shipping page.
Special Instructions
Ordering Instructions
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.