Packaging the submission:
- Samples must be clearly labeled with appropriate patient identifiers. If samples from more than one animal are included, they should also be labeled consecutively (1, 2, 3, etc.), corresponding with the sample identification form. Include a completed submission form in a plastic resealable bag with each submission. For additional shipping instructions, please see our shipping guide.
- Select Agent submissions (Anthrax, tularemia, plague) require additional steps. For additional information, please see our Select Agent Submission Guide.
The submitter is responsible for adherence to sample shipping regulations.
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Shipping:
- Fresh samples yield the best results. Many samples begin to degrade rapidly after collection; therefore, samples should be received by the laboratory within 24 hours whenever possible.
COURIER Address (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
4035 19th Ave N
Fargo, ND 58102
MAILING Address (USPS)
Note: Shipments via USPS (PO BOX) are delayed an additional day because they are delivered with mail for the entire university and require sorting. This delay may impact sample quality. Depending on the sample, this delay may result in sample rejection due to impacts to test results.
NDSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
NDSU Dept 7691
PO Box 6050
Fargo, ND 58108-6050
NOTICE:
- As of April 29, 2025, we have suspended our discount UPS shipping program due to fraudulent use. We will post updates when this issue is resolved. UPS at normal shipping rates and other couriers are still available options for submitting samples to the laboratory.