Bovine Leukemia Virus PCR

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionMolecular
Test descriptionPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) that looks for the presence of bovine leukemia viral antigen
SpeciesRuminant
Submission informationDetails
Sample typeBlood (2 ml), spleen (50 g), lymph nodes or a pool of lymphatic tissue
Container
  • EDTA (lavender tube) for blood
  • Leak-proof primary container for tissue
Special submission instructions
  • Tissue must be fresh, not in formalin.
  • Ship with cold packs.
Turnaround time2- 3 business days