
Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (CVMDL)
Contacts
General Contact
CVMDL@uconn.edu
860.486.3738
Faculty Scientific Advisers

Joan Smyth, Ph.D.
Professor & Director
- joan.smyth@uconn.edu
- 860.486.0820

Kirklyn Kerr, Ph.D.
Professor & Associate Director
- kirklyn.kerr@uconn.edu
- 860.486.2048
Location
Campus Address
Wilbur O.Atwater Laboratory
Mailing Address
61 North Eagleville Rd., U-3089
Storrs, CT 06269-3089
Services and Rates

Tick Testing
We are pleased to offer PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tick testing for the following pathogens: Borrelia burgdorferi, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, and Babesia microti. The tests may be requested individually or as a 2-test panel or 3-test panel. All ticks submitted to CVMDL are identified morphologically by species, stage, and degree of engorgement prior to testing. Results are reported within 3-5 business days of receiving the sample.

Rabies Viral FA Testing
Rabies Viral FA testing is performed by the CVMDL only when there has been NO significant human exposure.

Other Services
- Histology
- Immunohistochemistry
- Mastitis
- Microbiology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Parasitology
- Pathology
- Serology
- Virology