Diagnostics

Diagnostics – essential for epizootic control
The genetic variability of viruses and the increasing emergence of «new» viruses place high demands on diagnostic methods. Thanks to constant monitoring and optimisation work, it is possible to ensure reliable detection.

Diagnostic laboratory request forms and other forms
The IVI also carries out rabies diagnostics for pets. See the following pages for important forms and information:

Diagnostics rabies
The IVI carries out rabies diagnostics.

Epizootic disease diagnostics – Pigs and wild boars
If unsure about the correct way to send samples, please refer to the documents listed.

Epizootic disease diagnostics – Ruminants
See below for relevant information on our virus genome and antibody detection services for diseases of cattle, sheep, goats, camelids and other ruminants, and on which samples to send where. Please also note the correct procedure in a case of suspected epizootic disease.

Epizootic disease diagnostics – Equines
From mid-February 2025, all equine diseases will be diagnosed in Mittelhäusern.

Epizootic disease diagnostics – Birds
Please also note the correct Procedure in a case of suspected epizootic disease.