Introduction Effective January 2020, topical medications (neomycin, tobramycin, polymyxin B, ciprofloxacin, orbifloxacin) will be available for testing at an additional charge. For ease of ordering additional microbiology testing, all microbiology add-ons will be consolidated into a single code of 521, and clients will be asked to specify the test. Phoenix Lab will honor the current …
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DID YOU KNOW?: Urine Cyto Submissions
Introduction As part of a routine urinalysis, urine sediment is examined by a laboratory technician. Sediments that contain epithelial cells in moderate numbers and/or with unusual morphology are further evaluated by our clinical pathologists. If bladder cancer is suspected by the clinician, urine should be specifically collected, prepared and submitted for urine cytology using a …
Zoetis and Phoenix Lab Announcement
Zoetis and Phoenix Lab are pleased to announce the completion of Zoetis’ acquisition of Phoenix Lab. To our customers, we look forward to continuing to serve you with the high-quality service you’re accustomed to from Phoenix Lab. Read more here.
Technical Bulletin – Leptospirosis Oct. 2019
Leptospirosis Statistics in the Pacific Northwest January through December, 2018 This report summarizes leptospirosis titer testing submitted through Phoenix Lab using the microscopic agglutination test (MAT) at the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (WADDL) at Washington State University. We also report on the result of Leptospira PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing on urine and whole …
Technical Bulletin – Heartworm Statistics Update Sept. 2019
The following information indicates the method of testing, the results, and the history of travel from all animals tested at Phoenix Central Laboratory from 2006 through August 26, 2019. Number of Dogs and Cats Tested for Dirofilariasis Travel History for Positives: Travel History for Positives: 20062: One native WA case; 5% had known history of …
Test Service Update – Avian/Exotic Minimum Volumes
Introduction Based on several months of testing and validation, Phoenix Lab recently rolled out a new minimum sample policy for all avian and exotic clients (see below). We understand that meeting these new minimum sample requirements can be exceptionally difficult for small, uncooperative, and critically ill patients, and we know how frustrating it can be …
TEST SERVICE UPDATE: Fructosamine
Introduction Phoenix Lab recently introduced our two new state-of-the-art Siemens Atellica chemistry analyzers. We have done extensive testing, validation and correlations with our previous AU chemistry analyzers to ensure quality results. Although we are using the same reagent with the Atellica, the use of this new analyzer has resulted in a significant change in our …
Atellica Chemistry
As Phoenix Lab’s continued commitment to providing our clients with the most current, state of the art laboratory testing, we have upgraded our chemistry analyzers to the Siemens Atellica. We have done extensive testing, validation, and correlations across many species with our current analyzer to ensure quality results. The Atellica is a high-capacity sample-processing component …
TEST SERVICE UPDATE: Necropsy Services
Introduction Phoenix Lab offers necropsy service for companion animal, zoo species, avian, exotics/fish, some laboratory animal species, and domestic animals that are 250lbs or less. This includes fetal examinations, neonates, as well as adult animals. All species are welcome, with the exception of primates. Please note that due to the limitations of our facility and …
DID YOU KNOW?: Slide Reviews
Introduction With many practices purchasing laboratory equipment, it is important to point out the limitations of hematology analyzers and stress the importance of reviewing blood smears. Even with the top of the line analyzers that veterinary diagnostic laboratories use today, there are certain abnormalities that can only be identified by trained eyes. Abnormalities Commonly Identified …
TEST SERVICE UPDATE: Equine Insulin Testing – 634
Introduction Historically, Phoenix Lab submitted samples for equine insulin testing to an outside reference laboratory that uses the Immulite 1000 analyzer. We recently acquired the Immulite 2000 XPI, the most updated and current immunoassay analyzer on the market. After extensive testing and validation of equine insulin on the 2000 XPI and subsequent consultations with our …
TEST SERVICE UPDATE: Leptospira Rapid Screen-385
Introduction In order to meet the needs of our clients, Phoenix Lab is pleased to announce the addition of the WITNESS® Lepto IGM antibody testing by Zoetis to our test menu. WITNESS® Lepto uses lateral flow, also known as rapid flow immunochromatography (RIM), to detect the primary immune response (IgM antibodies) to four leptospira serovars: …
