Biopsy and Necropsy Service
Biopsy
Includes H and E and up to two immunohistochemistries and or two special
stains if needed.
Necropsy, gross and histopathology only
(No additional tests)
Necropsy with diagnostic workup (up to two animals)*
Includes at the discretion of the pathologist:
Pathology — gross pathology, histopathology, and up to 2 immunhistochemistries
and/or special stains
(Example: One silver stain on one block=ONE stain; one
silver stain on two blocks=TWO stains)
Microbiology — up to 5 tests that can include aerobic and anaerobic cultures,
serology, PCR and/or FA for suspected organisms, and mycology. Includes
one antibiotic sensitivity. Antibiotic sensitivities are considered as
separate tests.
Virology — up to 3 tests that can include virus isolation,
serology, PCR and/or FA for suspected organisms
(Example: PCR for PRRS on two tissues = TWO PCR tests.)
Parasitology — one test
Note: All additional tests will be charged as indiated on the current fee schedule. Prices subject to change.
*The Necropsy with diagnostic workup is a generic package that allows the pathologist to choose the pertinent tests based on history, clinical signs, and gross findings. There is a limit of two animals as part of this workup and a limit on testing as described above. Additional animals may be submitted at an additional charge for gross and histopathology only.
Necropsy, CNS, (removal of spinal cord) – Additional
charge
Necropsy, cosmetic (companion animals only) – Additional
charge
(Cases where the owner wants the carcass back.)
Necropsy in a box with workup (up to two animals)
Includes all testing as described above for “Necropsy with diagnostic
work-up.”
Necropsy, poultry and game birds with workup (up to four birds)
Includes all testing as described above for “Necropsy with
diagnostic work-up.”
EMERGENCY NECROPSY (after hours or weekends) – Additional charge
(Please state clearly the emergency nature of the request.)