Avian Influenza-A AGID

Name Avian Influenza-A AGID
Section Serology
Specimen 0.5 - 1.0 mL serum
Special Instructions Please contact the lab if interested in submitting samples from an avian species other than chickens or turkeys.
Price $7.00/ea.
Laboratory Spanish Fork
Description Avian Influenza AGID test is a basic screening test for antibodies to type A influenza viruses.
Sampling Requirements If submitting whole blood, please submit as soon as possible, ideally within a day of collection. Please submit fresh samples either refrigerated or on ice.
Collection Container Serum: Glass or plastic tubes with no additives, e.g., red top tubes, or serum separator tubes.
Packing Instructions
  • Label all samples with unique identifiers
  • For multiple samples, number tubes consecutively using a permanent marker or adhesive label
  • Place the tubes in consecutive numerical order in cardboard boxes designated for tubes
  • Do not submit loose in bags
  • Include a list of sample names/numbers or the Excel specimen import spreadsheet with submittal form
  •  Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot
  • Overnight shipping is recommended