Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDV) PCR

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionMolecular
Test descriptionPolymerase chain reaction (PCR) that looks for the presence of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus antigen
SpeciesPorcine
Submission informationDetails
Sample type
  • Feces
  • Intestine
  • Oral fluid
  • Environmental samples (pit manure)
Container
  • Red top tube for oral fluid
  • Leak-proof sealed container for feces, intestine, environmental samples
Special submission instructions
  • Tissue must be fresh, not in formalin.
  • 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 time1-3 business days