College of Veterinary Medicine

Spinal Cord Removal by Hand

Section: Histology, Pathology

Fee: $220.00

Turnaround Time: 10 Business Days

Days Test Started: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Species: Canine, Caprine, Equine, Ovine, Porcine, Ruminant

Specimen

Name

Container

Minimum Amount

Whole Animal


Collection Information

GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.
REFRIGERATION - Refrigerate all samples until shipment.
WHOLE ANIMAL - Refrigerate and store the body until it is able to be delivered to the lab for necropsy. With large animals, move the body to a cool, shady area away from direct sunlight. Deliver the whole body for necropsy to ADDL as soon as possible to minimize autolysis.

Shipping Information

OVERNIGHT - Ship overnight in an insulated shipper with ice packs (pack absorptive material to collect moisture). DO NOT SHIP OVER THE WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY - NO SATURDAY DELIVERY

Additional Information
Must be accompanied by a necropsy procedure.
Special procedures may necessitate additional time.

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