Sending Sera to Testing for Mouse Pathogens.

Sending Sera to Testing for Mouse Pathogens.

1. Bleed mice: Obtain 300-400µl from mice of various ages (older mice that have been in the room for an extended period) and strains (include nude mice if in the room). 5-8 mice is a good number.
2. Allow blood to clot and clot to retract o/n and collect serum next day. Avoid hemolysis.
3. Send sera with an ice pack to:

Dr. Bob Stevenson

Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science

Frome Rd

Adelaide 5000

Phone 08 228 7377

Testing routinuely includes:

Cost is ca. $6 per test.