Diagnostic and Research Support Services

The Diagnostic and Research Support Services (DRSS) Laboratory specializes in the diagnostic and research needs of laboratory animals, with an emphasis on the mouse as an animal model in biomedical research. The DRSS staff is committed to providing high quality diagnostic research services, short turn around time of results and customer satisfaction. The spectrum of tests offered is reassessed regularly to ensure they reflect the requirements of our clients. For tests not conducted in house, we rely on our network of reference and external laboratories.

Diagnostic services The DRSS offers clinical a wide range of laboratory services on a variety of laboratory animal species for researchers in the biomedical community.

SERVICES

  • Hematology
  • Biochemistry
  • Parasitology
  • Microbiology
  • Pharmacy

DRSS Laboratory services are provided Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., EST. The laboratory is located in the McIntyre Building, Room 1440.

  • To order diagnostic tests, see VCS Forms page, Laboratory Requisition Form. Results are sent electronically, but can also be mailed or faxed on request.
  • To contact the DRSS, see VCS Contact page.