Gastrointestinal Laboratory

Important Testing Update:

We are happy to bring back the canine fecal alpha 1 – Proteinase Inhibitor assay. This test is now available on the updated submission form online. Fecal samples must be submitted using special pre-weighed fecal tubes that are only available through our laboratory. To order fecal tubes, please email gilab@cvm.tamu.edu. The cost of 15 fecal tubes is $25. They will be mailed out via USPS for no additional charge. If you would like to receive the fecal tubes sooner, we can send them FedEx overnight for and additional $28. For more information, please see the assay page.

Shipping updates:

We are not here to receive packages on the weekends and they will sit unattended if delivered on Saturday, Sunday, or on a holiday, even if shipped using FedEx or UPS. Shipping using USPS (US Mail) is never recommended due to delays that will affect your results. The university post office may be closed anytime the university is closed. The winter and holiday season is approaching and with it brings shipping delays. Because of this and the ongoing pandemic, we may experience delays in receiving sample submissions and therefore, turnaround times may be extended.