Is there a fee for the rabies virus test?
No, the laboratory does not charge for the rabies virus test. It is offered as a public health service to the community. Veterinarians may charge for removal of the head and for transportation costs for submission to the rabies laboratory. ALPC also charges to remove brain tissue from large animals and for disposal of the carcass and transportation of the specimen to the laboratory. The laboratory is not responsible for any charges. Internet Links http://www.healthyarkansas.com/services/rabies_main.htm. http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/rabies/ http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/rabies/Bats_&_Rabies/bats&.htm ADH Rabies Laboratory Rabies Microbiologist 501-661-2840 Rabies Laboratory Supervisor 501-671-1429 For questions concerning treatment, care or other related topics concerning rabies, the State Public Health Veterinarian at 501-280-4136 should be contacted at the ADH. The laboratory will answer questions only related to issues concerning laboratory testing and results.
