Feline Calicivirus PCR

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionMolecular
Test descriptionPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) that looks for the presence of feline calicivirus antigen
SpeciesFeline
Submission informationDetails
Sample type
  • Live animal: nasal swab, conjunctival swab, oral swab (from ulcers), bronchoalveolar lavage
  • Dead animal: lungs
Container
  • Leak-proof primary container for tissue
  • Swabs must be kept moist; use viral transport media or place swab in red top tube with 2-5 ml sterile saline.
Special submission instructions
  • Tissue must be fresh, not in formalin.
  • Swabs from different locations can be combined into the same tube.
  • Ship with cold packs.
Turnaround time2- 3 business days