Equine Neonatal/Foal Enteric Panel PCR

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionMolecular
Test descriptionPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) that looks for the presence of Rotavirus A and Salmonella antigens as well as ELISA testing for C. difficile toxin A&B and C. perfringens toxin. 
SpeciesEquine
Submission informationDetails
Sample type
  • Feces
  • Intestine
Container
  • Leak-proof primary container for feces or tissue
Special submission instructions
  • Tissue must be fresh, not in formalin.
  • Label submission form and primary container “High Risk”.
  • Label outside of shipping container “Special Handling”.
  • Ship with cold packs.
  • Submit only 2-3 tablespoons of feces. Do not submit fecal samples in gloves/disposable sleeves. Samples submitted in gloves/sleeves or other inappropriate containers will incur a $30 surcharge.
Turnaround time1-2 business days