We understand that maintaining biosecurity is a priority. We can help you monitor your laboratory animal colonies and their environment for bacterial contamination. As part of a Health Monitoring Protocol, respiratory and enteric samples are collected from a whole animal and screened for bacterial species that are considered primary or important opportunistic pathogens. If you do not want to submit a whole animal, you may collect samples in your facility and submit them directly.
We provide IATA-compliant sample collection and shipping materials (sample collection vials/swabs, shipping labels and containers, etc.) free of charge to all Charles River customers. To request materials, simply contact Technical Services (comments@crl.com or 1.800.338.9680) or use our confidential online Shipping Materials Request Form.
If you would like consultation for your health surveillance program or a cost estimate, simply complete our confidential Diagnostic Services Quote Form or contact Technical Services.