Avian Influenza Virus (AIV) AGID (Yolk)

Section: Avian

Fee: $3.50/egg

Turnaround Time: 7–14 business days

Days Test Started: Monday, Wednesday

Species: Avian, Chicken, Turkey

Specimen

Name

Container

Minimum Amount

Eggs

Sealed, Leakproof Container

1-12


Collection Information

GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.

Shipping Information

OVERNIGHT - Ship overnight in an insulated shipper with ice packs (pack absorptive material to collect moisture) DO NOT SHIP OVER THE WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS - NO SATURDAY DELIVERY
LEAKS - Ensure all samples are in leak-proof packages and clearly labeled with Tissue Type/Animal ID/Owner Name. Include absorptive material to collect any leaks - double bag any fresh tissues.
PAPERWORK - Package paperwork separately in a waterproof, sealable plastic bag. Ensure paperwork is complete and specimens are labeled for easy matching. If you are using CF.755 Multiple Animal Continuation Form, please include a hard copy and email a copy to addl@purdue.edu.

Additional Information
No Waterfowl eggs. Samples that test positive must have follow-up PCR testing done on swabs collected and submitted from the birds.

ADDL West Lafayette location tests will be started on Monday and Wednesday. Samples must be received by 2:00 pm the Friday/Tuesday prior.

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