The National Veterinary Laboratory Services at the United States Department of Agriculture performs a direct test for Clostridium botulinum toxin (mouse bioassay).

Please contact the laboratory by phone (902-566-0821) or email (dsbacteriology@upei.ca) to discuss sample submission.

 

 

Discipline:REFERRED
Test Days:M-W
Turn Around Time (Days):7-14 days
Samples:

Serum (preferred)
Stomach/rumen contents from acutely affected animals
Feces from monogastric animals
Feed/hay/silage

Container:

Red-top vacutainer
Sterile, leak proof container
Double-bag all samples

Handling/ Storage:

Refrigerate and keep sample cold (do not freeze)
Ship sample on ice packs using overnight delivery

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