Diagnostic Laboratories

Who We Are and What We Do

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The Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratories are operated under the direction of the state veterinarian. The laboratories were established to help the division identify, control and eradicate those livestock diseases that threaten the profitability, marketability, and movement of Missouri's livestock and poultry products. In January 1994, the division was granted the authority to charge fees for a variety of other diagnostic services. The fees were established to help offset the cost of maintaining the laboratories and to upgrade equipment so that new and advanced tests can be run. The Springfield laboratory is part of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) which allows Missouri to fully support producers in the early detection and response to foreign animal diseases.

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Laboratory Information

Jefferson City Location

Located within the State Public Health Laboratory

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

US Mailing Address:
ATTN: Animal Health Lab
PO Box 630
Jefferson City, MO 65102

Street Address:
101 N. Chestnut Street
Jefferson City, MO 65101

Hand delivered samples need to be taken to the building's loading dock where instructions can be found to call for pick-up.

Phone: (573) 751-3460
Fax: (573) 751-5279
Email: andy.heimericks@mda.mo.gov

Springfield Location

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

US Mailing Address:
PO Box 2510
Springfield, MO 65801

Street Address:
701 North Miller Avenue
Springfield, MO 65802

Phone: (417) 895-6861
E-mail: brian.collins@mda.mo.gov

Submission Information

Please assist the laboratory staff in reducing the potential of delays or laboratory errors by clearly labelling and organizing all sample submissions. When manually filling out submission forms or labelling samples, please write clearly. Any samples that arrive mislabeled, unlabeled, or that have labels that are hard to read may increase the risk of error at the laboratory or may be rejected.

Submission Form Guidelines

Jefferson City Lab Sample Submission Form Springfield Lab Sample Submission Form
  • Complete all fields on the submission form. Do not abbreviate names of veterinarians, veterinary clinics, or owners.
  • Indicate which tests are to be performed by filling in the appropriate boxes in the “Test Requested" section.
  • Complete all information pertaining to the animal being tested (species, breed, gender, age, and animal name or ID).
  • Test charts and samples improperly completed or labeled may be returned to the veterinarian for correction.

Sample Collection

  • Use appropriate, sterile containers for sample collection.
    • Please contact the laboratory with any questions pertaining to appropriate sample containers.
  • Practice aseptic technique when collecting all samples to prevent contamination that may interfere with test results.

Sample Labelling

  • Clearly identify all samples by handwriting or by placing a label on each sample that includes the animal's name, ID or tag number, as well as the owner's information and submitting veterinarian's information.
    • When handwriting information, use a pen or permanent marker, so that the information does not fade or rub off.

Sample Packaging

  • Package sample submission forms in a separate leak proof bag in case of leakage or damage to sample.
  • Ensure that all sample containers are sealed tightly so that they do not leak or become contaminated during transport.
  • Place absorbent material that will absorb the entirety of the sample container's contents with the samples.
  • Place cold packs around samples that must maintain a colder temperature for testing, such as milk, blood, or tissue samples.
  • Place padding, such as foam or bubble wrap, around samples to prevent damage during transit.
  • Ensure that the outer packaging is properly sealed and addressed correctly before shipment.

Laboratory Fees: (Are Not Refundable)

The Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratories offer a variety of serology and poultry testing. In addition, the Springfield laboratory offers microbiology, pathology, and molecular diagnostic testing. The Springfield laboratory also conducts meat and meat product testing for the Missouri Meat Inspection Program, as well as milk and milk product testing for the State Milk Board. All services listed are NOT available at both state laboratories. If you are unsure about where to send a sample for testing, please contact the state laboratory nearest you.

Avian

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
AGID Avian Influenza Serum Avian 3:00 pm 24 hours* $1.05
Avian Influenza Antigen Detection Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $12.60
ELISA Hemorrhagic Enteritis Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $1.85
Bordetella ELISA Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $1.85
Mycoplasma Gallisepticum HI Serology Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.80
Mycoplasma Gallisepticum Rapid Plate Test or ELISA Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.45
Mycoplasma Synoviae HI Serology Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.80
Mycoplasma Synoviae Rapid Plate Test or ELISA Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.45
Mycoplasma Meleagridis HI Serology Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.80
Mycoplasma Meleagridis Rapid Plate Test or ELISA Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.45
Newcastle Disease Virus ELISA Serology Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $1.55
NPIP Salmonella Screen Environmental Swab Avian 5:00 pm 5 Days (only ran on Monday) $10.50
Salmonella Pullorum Rapid Plate Test Serum Avian 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $0.15
Salmonella Pullorum Tube Agglutination Test Serum Avian 5:00 pm 24 hours* $0.30

*Results from samples received on a Friday will be available on a Tuesday.

Bacteriology

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
Aerobic Bacterial Culture (except blood) Isolation and Identification (per sample) Various Various 5:00 pm 3-10 Days $21.00
Aerobic Culture plus Salmonella Screen Various Various 5:00 pm 5 Days** $22.05
Anaerobic Bacterial Culture (per sample) Various Various 5:00 pm 3-10 Days $26.25
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Test Various Various 5:00 pm 3-10 Days $21.25
Brucella Canis Culture Whole Blood (Blue Top Tube) Canine 5:00 pm 2 Weeks $12.60
Fungal Culture Various Various 5:00 pm 2 Weeks $19.95
Milk Culture and Sensitivity Milk Various 5:00 pm 3-10 Days $25.20

**Salmonella screens are set up on Mondays only.

Clinical Pathology

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
Direct Fecal Smear Feces Various 5:00 pm Same Day $5.25
Fecal Flotation Feces Various 5:00 pm Same Day $7.35
Gram's Stain Various Various 5:00 pm Same Day $5.25

Molecular Diagnostics

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
Avian Influenza PCR BHI Tube Avian 11:00 am Same Day $21.00
Avian Newcastle PCR BHI Tube Avian 11:00 am Same Day $21.00
Johnes fecal PCR (individual) Feces Bovine, Caprine 11:00 am 48 Hours $26.25
Johnes fecal PCR (pooled) Feces Bovine, Caprine 11:00 am 48 Hours $31.50
Mycoplasma (MG/MS) PCR BHI Tube Avian 11:00 am Same Day $21.00
Salmonella PCR Environmental Sponge Avian 11:00 am Same Day $21.00
Tritrichomonas foetus PCR Trich Pouch, Trich PBS Tube Bovine 11:00 am Same Day $26.25
Tritrichomonas foetus PCR (pooled – if positive, individual samples will be tested) Trich Pouch, Trich PBS Tube Bovine 11:00 am Same Day $31.50

Pathology

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
Gross Necropsy Exam Whole Body All 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $55.00
Gross Necropsy Exam with Bacterial Culture Whole Body All 5:00 pm Contact the Laboratory $68.25

Serology

Laboratory Test Specimen Species Submission Deadline Turn-Around Time Fees
Anaplasmosis ELISA Serum Bovine 11:00 am Same Day (ran on Mon, Wed, Fri) $5.25
Bluetongue ELISA Serum Bovine, Caprine, Ovine 11:00 am Same Day (ran on Tuesday and Thursday) $5.25
Bovine Leukemia Virus (BLV) ELISA Serum Bovine 11:00 am Same Day (ran on Mon, Wed, Fri) $5.25
Bovine Pregnancy ELISA (1-4 samples) Serum Bovine, Caprine, Ovine 11:00 am Same Day (ran on Tuesday and Thursday) $5.25
Bovine Pregnancy ELISA (5 or more samples) Serum Bovine, Caprine, Ovine 11:00 am Same Day (ran on Tuesday and Thursday) $3.20
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus PI ELISA Serum or Fresh Ear Notch Samples Bovine 11:00 am Same Day $2.90
Brucella Abortus BAPA Serum Bovine, Caprine, Cervid, Porcine, Other Misc. Species 5:00 pm 1-2 Days $4.00
Brucella Canis TAT (1-10 samples) Serum Canine 3:00 pm 48 Hours (only ran Monday-Wednesday) $6.30
Brucella Canis TAT (11 or more samples) Serum Canine 3:00 pm 48 Hours (only ran Monday-Wednesday) $4.20
Brucella Ovis ELISA Serum Ovine 10:00 am Same Day (ran on Tuesday and Thursday) $10.00
EIA AGID Serum Equine 3:00 pm 24 Hours $5.25
EIA ELISA Serum Equine 2:00 pm Same Day $8.40
Johne's ELISA Serum Bovine, Caprine 10:00 am Same Day (ran on Mon, Wed, Fri) $5.25
Porcine Resp. Reprod. Syn. (PRRS) IFA Serum Porcine 5:00 pm 1-2 Days $3.70
PRV ELISA Serum Porcine 5:00 pm 1-2 Days $2.10

Additional Fees

  • The Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratories do not charge an accession fee. The veterinarian, company or business requesting the service shall be responsible for paying for laboratory services. Laboratory services will not be performed if an account is more than 90 days overdue. Uncollectible checks or other uncollectible financial instruments will be charged an additional $25 fee.
  • Samples may be referred to appropriate laboratories for tests not done at the Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratories. The charge for this service will include charges from the referral laboratory, plus the cost of shipping samples to the referral laboratory.