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Applying world-class technology to real-world problems

A national leader in protecting animal and human health, the full-service laboratories at the VDL process upwards of 125,000 cases each year and conduct more than 1.6 million tests annually.

Fully accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, the VDL provides quality diagnostic services for animal species, including necropsy, bacteriology, serology, histopathology, virology, parasitology, molecular diagnostics, and toxicology as well as offering analytical services.

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Phase II Construction

See live progress of Phase II construction of the new Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

  • Tests and Fees

    We offer a wide range of testing options. A $10 submission fee and 1% hazardous fee is assessed on each case.

    Tests/Fees
  • Forms

    Cases with, and without, tissue samples including swine, ruminant, avian, companion, rabies, and analytical chemistry services.

    Forms
  • Submission Info

    Where to send your samples, how to submit after-hours, accepted submissions, confidentiality information, and more,

    Submission Info

At its core, the ISU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory plays a substantive behind the scenes role in safeguarding and bettering the health and the well-being and the competitiveness of Iowa and US animal agriculture, ensuring a safe, abundant and affordable food supply for our great state and nation.

Dr. Rodger Main, VDL Director