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Blood Cross Match

Code
T340
Results
1-3 days.
Country
US
Specimen
1.0 mL of whole blood in lavender top tube and 1.0 mL of serum in red top or serum separator tube for patient and each donor
Description
Includes Donor ID, Major and/or Minor Cross Match

Screen for pre-existing antibodies directed against red cell antigens to determine serological compatibility prior to transfusion. If serum, as well as whole blood, is submitted both minor and major cross-match will be performed. This test is not intended for use in determining pre-breeding compatibility testing, neonatal isoerythrolysis, or the prevention of neonatal isoerythrolysis.

Interferences: marked hemolysis and lipemia.

Blood Culture – Aerobic Only

Code
CM060
Results
5-7 days.
Country
CA
Specimen
Whole blood collected in BD Bactec Blood Culture Bottle(BCB)
Description
Aerobic bacterial culture and MIC sensitivity testing

This test is used when bacteremia caused by an aerobic bacteria is suspected. Single sample culture.

Note: submit in BACTEC aerobic culture bottle. Clip fur and scrub venipuncture site for aseptic collection. Aim to collect 1.0 mL for cats and small dogs, 2-3 mL for larger dogs to be inoculated into 20 mL bottle. Don't unscrew caps on bottles. Remove the protective top and wipe visible parts of the rubber stopper with 70% ethanol. Allow stopper to dry or wipe with sterile gauze. Replace the drawing needle with a sterile needle before puncturing the rubber stopper, fill until vacuum stops, then gently invert the bottle to mix. Anticoagulants in the media will prevent blood from clotting.

Blood Culture – Aerobic/Anaerobic

Code
CM061
Results
5-7 days.
Country
CA
Specimen
Whole blood collected in two separate BD Bactec Blood Culture Bottle (BCB): 1 aerobic BD Bactec BCB and 1 anaerobic BD Bactec BCB
Description
Bacterial culture and MIC sensitivity testing

This test is utilized when bacteremia is suspected. Submit a single sample in two separate BACTEC bottles as required for aerobic and anaerobic culture.

Interferences: antibiotics.

Note: submit two BACTEC culture bottles (pink label and gold label). Clip fur and scrub venipuncture site for aseptic collection. Aim to collect 1.0 mL for cats and small dogs, 2-3 mL for larger dogs to be inoculated into BacTec Peds Plus pink cap/strip bottle. Anaerobic blood culture bottles with orange cap/gold strip require 3-10 mL of blood. Don't unscrew caps on bottles. Remove the protective top and wipe visible parts of the rubber stopper with 70% ethanol. Allow stopper to dry or wipe with sterile gauze. Replace the drawing needle with a sterile needle before puncturing the rubber stopper, fill until the vacuum stops, then gently invert the bottle to mix. Anticoagulants in the media will prevent blood from clotting.

Blood Type, Canine – DEA 1.1

Code
CT315
Results
2-4 days.
Country
CA
Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
Description
Blood Type - DEA 1.1

This test determines the appropriateness of canineblood donors prior to transfusion. Dog Erythrocyte Antigen (DEA) 1.1 is the most antigenic blood group in dogs, and canine blood donors are often screened to see if they are positive or negative for this blood group.

Note: keep sample refrigerated prior to transport and send with an ice pack.

Blood Type, Canine – Full Panel

Code
CS16100
Results
2-4 days.
Country
CA
Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
Description
Blood Type: DEA 1, DEA 4, DEA 5, DEA 7

This panel is used for RBC typing for identifying blood donors. It evaluates the presence of the blood group antigens; DEA 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4, 5, and 7. Antibody screen can be performed at an extra charge if clients submit serum with EDTA whole blood.

Blood Type, Canine – Full Panel

Code
S16100
Results
2-4 days.
Country
US
Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
Description
Blood Type: DEA 1, DEA 4, DEA 5, DEA 7

This panel is used for RBC typing for identifying blood donors. It evaluates the presence of the blood group antigens; DEA 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 4, 5, and 7. Antibody screen can be performed at an extra charge if clients submit serum with EDTA whole blood.

Blood Type, Canine DEA 1.1 Only

Code
T315
Results
1-3 days.
Country
US
Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube
Description
This test determines the appropriateness of canineblood donors prior to transfusion. Dog Erythrocyte Antigen (DEA) 1.1 is the most antigenic blood group in dogs, and canine blood donors are often screened to see if they are positive or negative for this blood group.

Interferences: freezing of sample may preclude testing.

Note: keep sample refrigerated prior to transport and send with an ice pack.

Bone Marrow and CBC

Code
BONECBC
Results
1-3 days.
Country
US
Specimen
1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, AND bone marrow sample in lavender top tube or 4 to 5 air-dried bone marrow slides.
Description
This test includes a microscopic evaluation of bone marrow. The report includes descriptions of cellularity, assessment of cell lineage, and pathologist comments. The CBC submitted at the time of the bone marrow sampling is utilized in the interpretation of the bone marrow evaluation to allow for a more complete assessment of the hematopoietic system. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

Note: ensure the appropriate labeling of lavender top tubes (bone marrow and peripheral blood). Provide a detailed history and any relevant clinicopathologic data for the pathologist's interpretation.

Bone Marrow Core Biopsy

Code
BMBC
Results
3-5 business days.
Country
US
Container
To prevent severe biopsy damage when temperatures are below freezing, we recommend adding 1:10 ratio of isopropyl alcohol (70% or greater) to 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Specimen
Bone marrow tissue in 10% neutral buffered formalin in Antech approved container with screw-on lid
Description
The histopathological evaluation of a bone marrow core biopsy. A CBC submitted at the time of the bone marrow sampling is utilized in the interpretation of the bone marrow evaluation to allow for a more complete assessment of the hematopoietic system. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

Bone Marrow Core Biopsy

Code
CBMBC
Results
3-5 business days.
Country
CA
Container
To prevent severe biopsy damage when temperatures are below freezing, we recommend adding 1:10 ratio of isopropyl alcohol (70% or greater) to 10% neutral buffered formalin.
Specimen
Bone marrow tissue in 10% neutral buffered formalin in Antech approved container with screw-on lid
Description
Bone Marrow Core Biopsy

The histopathological evaluation of a bone marrow core biopsy. A CBC submitted at the time of the bone marrow sampling is utilized in the interpretation of the bone marrow evaluation to allow for a more complete assessment of the hematopoietic system. A detailed history and time course of events will further aid the pathologist in the interpretation of the findings.

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COHW

Canine Occult Heartworm Multi-Test

Form 7

Equine Histopathology/Cytology

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