The VDC Bacteriology laboratory has achieved USDA-NVSL certification to perform official brucellosis serology testing (Card test serology) for cattle and swine. Testing requires 2.0 ml of serum. Samples must be submitted to the Nebraska Veterinary Diagnostic Center using an Official Brucellosis Test Record (VS From 4-33). Samples will generally be tested on the day of receipt, but submitting veterinarians are encouraged to contact the laboratory regarding testing needs for large numbers of samples (>10) or special time constraints.
Fees include the accession fee ($7.00) and $1.00 per sample test fee. A $0.50 per tube charge will be applied to separate serum from whole blood (if whole blood is submitted).
Test results will be communicated to the submitting veterinarian through the state of Nebraska Bureau of Animal Industry.
Official Brucellosis Test Record (VS From 4-33) forms may be ordered by calling the USDA APHIS Veterinary Services area office (402-434-2300).
Contact Dr. D. Scott McVey at the VDC (402) 472-8469 with questions.
