Research Tests and Fees

Standard Assay: Extraction, identification and quantification of plant parasitic nematodes from soil. 

  • In-State                   $15.00
  • Out-of-State          $25.00

Molecular Diagnosis: Standard assay plus PCR species identification for regulated guava root‑knot nematode. Requests for identification of other species may involve an additional fee.

  • In-State                   $45.00
  • Out-of-State          $55.00

Payment Methods

Reports are not released until paid in full.  

  • Check:  Make checks payable to NCDA&CS.
  • Credit card: Reports can be paid online via the customer report portal (PALS) by Visa or Mastercard during online submission or when analysis is complete.  If you have trouble and need to pay over the phone, you can reach out to our accounting department at (919) 664-1600 Option 3.
  • Escrow account:  To set up or add funds to an escrow account with the Agronomic Division, please contact the accounting department at (919) 664-1600 Option 3.
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This page was last modified on 03/30/2026