| Preferred Sample | Live sick animal: Whole blood Dead animal: Tonsil, spleen, spleen swab, lymph node (gastrohepatic and renal) |
| Fee | $50 |
| Schedule | Days Tested As needed Turnaround Time 1-3 business days from day of test |
| Description | This is a NAHLN assay; approval to conduct surveillance testing is based upon satisfactory completion of the yearly proficiency test. Please contact your local/state veterinarian before submitting samples to the NDSU-VDL. Specific foreign animal disease investigation (FADI) and collection procedures must be followed before the test can be performed. |
| Species | Porcine |
| Shipping Requirements | Samples must be received by 11:00 am of the test day to ensure the reported turnaround time. |