Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
University of Wisconsin–Madison

State Wildlife Agency Submissions

Trusted By Many

We have partnerships with 15 states across the US.

High-Volume Testing

We test over 50,000 ELISA samples and 30,000 IHC samples every hunting season.

Fast Results

Our average turnaround time is excellent, usually less than 4 days for ELISA results, and 14 days for IHC.

Please call us at 608-262-5432 to discuss:

  1. Account setup—you must set up your WVDL account before you ship the samples.
  2. Shipping samples–we have an affordable shipping program that you can use.
  3. Data input instructions—how to fill out submission forms and package samples.
  4. Data output options—you can access your results through an Application Programming Interface (API) and format them according to what your system needs.
  5. Result management options—what you would like to do with non-negative results.
  6. Sample retention—if you want your samples back.
  7. Cost

The WVDL Offers:

Organized Data Input
Electronic forms make the data transfer process fast and accurate.

Automated Result Output
Application Programming Interface (API) associated with the Core One for Labs client portal facilitates electronic submissions and results. There is also continued support for non-API bulk submissions and reporting.

NAHLN-Approved Testing
WVDL testing procedures are authorized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN), and the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL).

Professional IHC Interpretation
Well-staffed, experienced pathologists analyze slides and provide rapid turn-around time.

Quality Customer Service
With 24 years of experience, we have the expertise to help you with your state’s CWD testing needs.

WVDL's CWD Coordinator

Dan Barr

Position title: TSE Laboratory Manager

Phone: 608-265-7987

Fresh Samples – ELISA

  • Turnaround Time
    • 1-7 business days for negative samples.
    • If a sample tests non-negative, we will run IHC with an additional turnaround time of 5 business days.
  • Cost: check our Test and Fees page and search ‘CWD ELISA’

Fixed Samples – IHC

  • We cannot test a sample with ELISA after it is in formalin.
  • Turnaround Time: 10-15 business days
  • Cost: check our Test and Fees page and search ‘CWD IHC’

Reach out to Dan Barr at daniel.barr@wvdl.wisc.edu or 608-265-7987 with questions.

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