Samples from cattle in central North Dakota tested positive for Bacillus anthracis (Anthrax) by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) at the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Thursday, September 9th. Infection was confirmed in both animals by culture. For more information...
Antibiograms are cumulative antimicrobial susceptibility test (AST) reports of bacterial isolates used to show current resistance and to compare resistance trends over time. They are useful in monitoring antimicrobial resistance in a population and help clinicians choose empiric therapy until an...
Samples MUST be labeled with the sample number (1, 2, 3, etc.) that corresponds with the identification form. To avoid processing delays, samples must be labeled with a sample number and identification forms must be submitted electronically.
An additional charge will...
Samples from a bull and a cow from central North Dakota tested positive for Bacillus anthracis (Anthrax) by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) at the North Dakota State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Tuesday, August 3rd. Infection was confirmed in both animals...
Nitrate toxicosis is a concern for livestock and can occur when animals ingest forage or feed (or water) with a high nitrate content. The NDSU-VDL tests for nitrate in feed samples by a qualitative diphenylamine test and quantitative for nitrate...
Drinking water quality for livestock is essential for animal health and production. Read the Livestock Water Publication now available on the VDL Resources page!
Publication written by:
Michelle Mostrom, DVM, MS, PhD, DABVT, DABT (1995-2020)
Steven Ensley, BS, DVM, MS, PhD...
When screening for causes of mucopurulent discharge in horses, both bacterial and viral pathogens should be considered. The NDSU-VDL now offers a test panel at a reduced cost to our clients. For $100, the laboratory will perform testing on nasal...
Do you know a pre-medical laboratory science (MLS) or pre-veterinary student who is looking to gain laboratory/veterinary work experience? The NDSU-VDL is now hiring part-time NDSU student workers to assist with sample processing and other laboratory duties as assigned. This...