What we provide:
The Parasitology laboratory primarily screens, identifies and counts any parasites found in domesticated, wild and zoo animals.
Tests available (see the reference guide)*
- Zinc sulfate centrifugation
- Wisconsin
- Direct examination of skin scrapings
- Skin scraping – KOH digestion
- McMaster Egg Counting Technique
- Coccidia identification and differential diagnosis
- Parasite and tick identification
- Baermann test for respiratory parasites
- Sedimentation
- Dirofilaria Ag or microfilariae detection
- Peptic digestion test (trichinella)
Parasitology consultation service
Below, you will find a list of new services offered at the CDVUM and their associated base fees. Additional fees may apply depending on the scope of the case.
All these services include a telemedicine consultation with follow-up by Dr. Victoria Wagner, veterinarian and ACVM diplomate in parasitology.
Contact her by email at parasitologiste@medvet.umontreal.ca