You are here:
Virology
Virus isolation in embryonated chicken eggs is performed. This method of isolation is best suited for avian viruses, although isolation of Bluetongue virus can also be successfully achieved in chicken eggs. Isolation of Chlamydophila bacteria (all animal species) can also be done.
Avian viruses for which embryonated eggs as a method of isolation may be used:
Fresh tissue (on ice) from affected organ systems should be submitted to the laboratory as soon as possible. Note that virus isolation is a lengthy process and results may only be available within a couple of weeks after submission of samples, depending on viable virus concentration in tissues.
Contact persons
Ms Belinda Peyrot: Veterinary Technologist in charge of section
belindap@elsenburg.com
Dr Lindy MacGregor: State Veterinarian
lindym@elsenburg.com
Tel: +27 021-887-0324
Fax: +27 021- 886-5341
Home: Veterinary Services: Veterinary Laboratory: VIROLOGY
Virology
Virus isolation in embryonated chicken eggs is performed. This method of isolation is best suited for avian viruses, although isolation of Bluetongue virus can also be successfully achieved in chicken eggs. Isolation of Chlamydophila bacteria (all animal species) can also be done.
Avian viruses for which embryonated eggs as a method of isolation may be used:
- Avian Influenza
- Newcastle Disease
- Infectious Bronchitis
- Poxvirus
- Infectious laryngotracheitis
- Pneumovirus (rhinotracheitis / "swollen head syndrome")
Fresh tissue (on ice) from affected organ systems should be submitted to the laboratory as soon as possible. Note that virus isolation is a lengthy process and results may only be available within a couple of weeks after submission of samples, depending on viable virus concentration in tissues.
Contact persons
Ms Belinda Peyrot: Veterinary Technologist in charge of section
belindap@elsenburg.com
Dr Lindy MacGregor: State Veterinarian
lindym@elsenburg.com
Tel: +27 021-887-0324
Fax: +27 021- 886-5341
