| Name |
West Nile Virus ELISA |
| Section |
Serology |
| Specimen |
2 mL serum |
| Special Instructions |
Samples must arrive at the UVDL by noon on the day of testing to be included in that day's test run. Samples that miss the deadline will be tested on the next scheduled test day. Excessively hemolyzed or lipemic samples are not acceptable for testing. |
| Price |
$25.00/ea. |
| Laboratory |
Logan |
| Test Days |
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| Turnaround Time |
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| Description |
Detection of IgM antibodies to West Nile virus in equine serum by IgM-capture ELISA. This test is used to assess recent exposure to West Nile virus in clinically ill equines. |
| Sampling Requirements |
Collect serum from clotted blood in a non-additive tube (e.g. plain red top or serum separator). When possible, transfer clear serum off the clot into a new tube. Excessively hemolyzed samples are not acceptable for this test. |
| 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
- Include a list of sample names/numbers or the Excel specimen import spreadsheet with submittal form
- Place the tubes in consecutive, numerical order in cardboard boxes designated for tubes
- Do not submit loose in bags
- Use cold packs during hot weather, especially if shipping serum samples on the clot
- Overnight shipping is recommended
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| Species |
Equine |
