Veterinary Laboratory Service
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This service primarily involves veterinary diagnostics in relation to production animals in the agricultural sector. A wide range of diagnostic and analytical laboratory tests can be performed in the fields of bacteriology, meat hygiene, biochemistry, virology, histopathology, serology and parasitology. The laboratory also performs post mortems and conducts investigations into problems of a veterinary nature. It also gives advice regarding disease control and prevention. |
INSTRUCTIONS: |
The service is available on a 'walk in' basis during normal working hours from Monday to Friday. For individuals or organisations that have not used the service before, it is advisable to contact the laboratory telephonically to ensure that their needs can be met. For more information, contact:Dr James Kitching Western Cape Provincial Veterinary Laboratory (PVL) Helderfontein, Stellenbosch Tel: 021 887 0324 jamesk@elsenburg.com |
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GOVERNMENT BODY:
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Veterinary Services (Department of Agriculture, Provincial Government of the Western Cape) |
PRICE: |
The cost of the service varies according to the tests that are required. A list of fees is available on the Elsenburg website or can be made available from the laboratory. |
The content on this page was last updated on 19 July 2006
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