Toxicology

Toxicology Testing Services

The Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Toxicology Laboratory provides chemical analyses of biological fluids, tissues and suspected hazardous sources to confirm intoxications. Analyses are commonly performed for pesticides, mycotoxins, metals, and animal and plant compounds as well as toxins from feed, water and air; household chemicals and drugs are also evaluated. Details on specific tests offered, samples to be submitted, how samples should be preserved, required analysis time and cost of analysis are shown in the Sample Submission Guidelines and Toxicology Tests and Fees pages. The analyses listed on these pages are quantitative unless otherwise noted. Methods are constantly being added and improved, so please inquire about desired tests that are not listed. In addition, samples for more unusual tests can be submitted by us to other appropriate laboratories.

Information and Emergency Services

A Poison Information Service is available to veterinarians and the public. It is a free service based on voicemail messages. A veterinarian typically responds to questions left by voicemail within the next business day. Please note that this is NOT AN EMERGENCY SERVICE. Poisoning emergencies often need immediate intervention by a qualified veterinarian. Animal owners needing immediate, emergency services should contact their local veterinary hospital/clinic directly. Animal owners in the Manhattan, KS area may call the KSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital Emergency Desk at (785) 532 4100. Specialized animal poisoning emergency advice can also be obtained 24/7 from the ASPCA Animal Poisoning Hotline at (888) 426 4435; and the Pet Poison Helpline at (800) 213 6680. These services may charge a fee. If human poisoning is involved or suspected, please call the American Association of Poison Control Centers at (800) 222-1222.