Virus Isolation for Feline Calicivirus

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionMolecular
Test descriptionSuspect samples are inoculated into CRFK cell cultures;
samples containing feline calicivirus will exhibit a rapid
and characteristic cytopathic effect (CPE).
SpeciesFeline
Submission informationDetails
Sample type
  • Live animal: oral, nasal, or ocular swabs, blood
  • Dead animal: fresh tissue blood
Container
  • Swabs must be kept moist; use viral transport media or place swab in red top tube with 1-2 ml of sterile saline.
  • Leak-proof container for tissue
  • EDTA (lavender) tube for blood
Special submission instructions
  • Tissue must be fresh, not formalin fixed.
  • Ship with cold packs.
Turnaround time10-14 business days