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Clinical chemistry & haematology

VLA Shrewsbury performs all the clinical chemistry and haematology tests on samples from farmed animals submitted to VLA. Many of the tests are accredited to ISO 17025 and include a variety of blood biochemistries,  a range of biochemical profiles including liver tissue, Downer cows and trace elements and automated blood screening tests for white and red blood cells, platelets etc.

Private veterinary surgeons are requested to send samples direct to VLA Shrewsbury, which will help to maintain the quality of the sample and speed of reporting. Results will be sent to the veterinary surgeons nearest VLA Regional Laboratory where interpretation and follow-up support will be available if required.

Disease Surveillance Tests Price List (Click here)

Prices quoted apply to tests in these categories:

• Disease surveillance - samples from farmed animals submitted by private veterinary surgeons to VLA Regional Laboratories.

• Import of captive birds - statutory tests required under EU directives.

Export Tests Price List (Click here)

Prices quoted apply to tests in these categories:

• Tests in support of UK export certification.

AHVLA Scientific Tests Price List (Click here)

AHVLA offers a full range of diagnostic tests for areas excluding those listed about. These include:

• Submissions not appropriate for UK disease surveillance purposes.
• Tests on samples from companion animals.
• Animals outside the UK at the time of sampling.