| Test information | Details |
|---|---|
| Lab section | Clinical Pathology |
| Test description | Exam of blood smear for any abnormalities, including parasites |
| Species | All |
| Submission information | Details |
|---|---|
| Sample type | Blood smear and whole blood |
| Container | EDTA (lavender) tube; minimum amount is ½ of total tube volume
2 blood smear slides |
| Special submission instructions | Ship with cold packs OVERNIGHT. |
| Turnaround time | 1 business day |