Diagnostics

Virological testing of horse specimen

Due to the closure of the Ruhr University Bochum in the period
from December 21st, 2023 to January 5th, 2024, we would like to point out that
no equine samples for parvovirus and hepacivirus diagnostics can be received.

Please make sure the last samples are sent out by December 15, 2023.

We offer a virological examination of horse samples against Equine Parvovirus and Hepacivirus for antibodies and/or virus DNA/RNA. Sample material can be deposited as whole blood, EDTA blood, serum or liver biopsy.

For a reliable results, please consider the following instructions:
– Serum samples 2-5mL (or EDTA) should always be sent frozen/cooled.
– For antibody determination the sample can be sent uncooled.

Please only send liver biopsies for scientific interest/research
– Always send liver biopsies on dry ice (without medium), biopsies will not be processed without dry ice.

Upon interest, please fill out the contact form.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at virologie@ruhr-uni-bochum.de.

Quantitative surface test for SARS-CoV2

Due to the current pandemic situation, we offer with
a quantitative surface test for the examination of chemical disinfectants and
disinfectants and antiseptics against SARS-CoV-2, based on the EN
16777:2018.