New Tests at ADDL Infection of cattle with bovine viral diarrhea (BVD) virus
in the early stages of gestation can lead to the birth of
calves that shed BVD throughout their lives. Serum samples
can be tested, but they will require isolation of the virus.
Persistently infected BVD animals can be detected using
the fluorescent antibody method on ear punch biopsies.
The Virology laboratory at Purdue ADDL is currently accepting
such samples for testing.
A PCR test for Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome
(PRRS) is also available. The in-state charge for PRRS
PCR is $25.00.
Additional PCR tests will be available in the near future. |