FIV DNA Testing by UC Davis Information

Diagnostic PCR DNA Testing Schedule
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FIV DNA Testing Information

Lucy Whittier Molecular and Diagnostic Core Facility
2108 Tupper Hall
University of California
Department of Medicine & Epidemiology
School of Veterinary Medicine
Davis, CA. 95616
Phone: 530-752-7991
Fax: 530-754-6862
Email: lwmcf@ucdavis.edu

Dear Clinician,

Thank you for requesting information about our FIV DNA test. At this time we require 2 mL of whole blood in an EDTA (Lavender Top) Vacutainer tube, along with information outlined below. The test is offered at no charge. The PCR assay detects the viral genome directly and therefore differentiates infected from vaccinated animals. Results will be faxed to you within 48 hours upon receipt of the sample except for Friday deliveries, which will be faxed 72 hours upon receipt.

Please include the following information with each sample:

1. Veterinarians name
2. Your complete mailing address
3. Your phone and fax number
4. Number of samples sent
5. Sample type
6. Species of animal
7. Type of test requested

Shipping Instructions:

1. All Shipments must comply with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods regulations. Please consult the IATA website http://www.iata.org or the FedEx Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Materials Hotline at 800.463.3339 (press 81) for further information.
2. Send on ice in a Styrofoam container (no ice needed for fixed tissues)
3. Ship overnight (Do not ship on Friday)
4. Use FedEx or other express courier
5. Federal Tax Identification Number 946036494

Shipping Address:

Christian Leutenegger
2108 Tupper Hall
Vet Med: Medicine & Epid.
Davis, CA. 95616
Tel: 530-752-7991