Virology

The Virology Laboratory section has the capability to isolate and identify a variety of mammalian and avian viral agents. Procedures include virus isolation in cell culture and embryonating chicken eggs, fluorescent antibody testing, negative contrast electron microscopy and antigen capture tests. Serological tests are available for the identification of specific antibodies to a variety of viral agents by ELISA, AGID, HI and virus neutralization assays.