| Preferred Sample | Nasal swabs (must submit 2, one dry/in PBS and one in bacterial transport media), transtracheal wash/bronchoalveolar lavage, lung |
| Fee | $110 |
| Schedule | Days Tested WED Turnaround Time PCR 1-3 business days from test day; Culture 2-5 days |
| Description | This assay targets the RNA of a portion of the matrix gene of the Influenza A virus, and N protein gene from the canine distemper virus. Please be aware that this assay could detect vaccine strains if vaccination occurs within a few days or weeks of testing. |
| Species | Canine |
| Shipping Requirements | To ensure inclusion in the test run, samples should arrive the day prior to test day. |
| Additional Instructions | Panel includes canine influenza A virus (all known types), canine distemper virus, and aerobic culture for bacterial respiratory pathogens (Bordetella spp., Streptococcus spp., Mycoplasma spp., etc). |