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Saskatchewan CWD Testing Program Reinstated
The Saskatchewan Ministry’s Hunter Killed Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) testing program has been reinstated for the 2026–27 season.
In-House Brachyspira Testing, HPAI in a Cat, and Blue-Green Algae Risk – PDS Newsletter August 2026
The August 2026 issue of the Prairie Diagnostic Perspective features new in-house Brachyspira testing, a fatal HPAI case in a domestic cat, imported parasite case reports, and seasonal blue-green algae guidance.
Client Service Veterinarian
PDS is seeking a client-focused veterinarian to strengthen relationships with clinics, producers, researchers, and industry partners across Saskatchewan and Western Canada. Based in Saskatoon. Apply by September 4, 2026.
Exciting News for Our Swine Clients: Brachyspira Testing Now Available at Prairie Diagnostic Services
Prairie Diagnostic Services now performs Brachyspira testing in-house as of July 13, 2026, offering real-time PCR, culture, clade typing, and antimicrobial resistance gene assays for both swine and non-swine samples. The submission process is unchanged.
New Technology, Expert Insights, and Service Updates – PDS Newsletter May 2026
From the launch of our new Sysmex hematology analyzer to a deep dive into the 77% success rate of our BovReproSeq abortion panel, the May issue is packed with diagnostic excellence. Also inside: Welcoming Dr. Rodrigo Puentes Palombo, an unusual canine lameness case, and important fee schedule updates effective June 1st.
PDS Statutory Holiday Schedule – 2026
Review the full list of PDS statutory holidays for 2026, including planned laboratory closures and adjusted service availability.
Website Launch, Testing Enhancements, and Seasonal Guidance – PDS Newsletter February 2026
This newsletter features updates to PDS testing protocols, winter shipping recommendations, diagnostic case highlights, and clinical insights across companion animal and exotic species diagnostics.
Honouring Dr. Musangu Ngeleka and Welcoming New Expertise to Prairie Diagnostic Services – PDS Newsletter Nov. 2025
This issue of the Prairie Diagnostic Perspective celebrates both continuity and change within Prairie Diagnostic Services.
Nitrate/Nitrite Poisoning in Livestock
Nitrate/Nitrite Poisoning in Livestock
Blue Green Algae Poisoning in Western Canada
Blue Green Algae Poisoning in Western Canada
Transitions and Advances at PDS: Honouring Leslie Read and Expanding Diagnostic Services – PDS Newsletter Aug. 2025
The August 2025 issue of the Prairie Diagnostic Perspective marks a moment of transition and progress at PDS.
Fee Updates, Diagnostic Insights, and Toxicology Trends at PDS – PDS Newsletter May 2025
The May 2025 issue of the Prairie Diagnostic Perspective features upcoming fee adjustments, necropsy submission updates, and new guidance on antimicrobial testing and livestock traceability.
Understanding Cache Valley Virus in Saskatchewan
Understanding Cache Valley Virus in Saskatchewan
Cache Valley Virus in Saskatchewan Sheep and Emerging Diagnostic Insights – PDS Newsletter Feb. 2025
The February 2025 issue of the Prairie Diagnostic Perspective highlights important diagnostic discoveries, including a rise in Cache Valley Virus–related abortions in Saskatchewan sheep and the rare detection of trypanosomes in a beaver.
PDS 2024 Toxicology Update
PDS 2024 Toxicology Update
Introducing Prairie Diagnostic Perspective: New Research, New Guidelines, and New Diagnostic Insights – PDS Newsletter Nov. 2024
The inaugural November 2024 issue of Prairie Diagnostic Perspective marks the launch of Prairie Diagnostic Services’ quarterly newsletter.
Rapid Typing of Bacteria Associated With Swine Production-Limiting Diseases
Rapid Typing of Bacteria Associated With Swine Production-Limiting Diseases
Nitrate testing – Feed Sampling Guidelines
Guidelines for sample collection for Nitrate testing.
PDS Trace Mineral Reference Ranges
PDS Trace Mineral Reference Ranges
Influenza A HA and NA Sequencing
PDS is excited to announce that Influenza A HA and NA Sequencing is now available.
Toxicology Update
Toxicology update from Dr. Cowan & Dr. Blakley
Zinc phosphide use in Saskatchewan
Zinc Phosphide for rodent control in Saskatchewan.
Q Fever Testing at PDS
All Saskatchewan bovine/ovine/caprine placentas submitted to PDS will be tested for Coxiella burnetti (Q Fever)...
Echinococcus and Taenia spp. PCR Testing now Available
Echinococcus & Taenia spp. PCR Testing now Available at the Zoonotic Parasite Research Unit
Johne’s Samples and Submission Guidelines
Learn more about Johne’s and submitting samples to PDS
Mycoplasma hyopneumonia HIPRA ELISA Kit is discontinued effective immediately
Effective immediately the Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae ELISA kit from HIPRA has been discontinued...
Anthrax Culture has been Discontinued
PDS has discontinued the Anthrax Culture test, Anthrax PCR will be done on all future submissions.
PDS is pleased to announce Beef Extension Services
PDS has established a partnership with Drs. John Campbell and Nathan Erickson...
Anthrax Sample Collection and Shipping Guidelines
Anthrax is endemic in many parts of Saskatchewan...
Endocrine and Drug Testing at PDS
As of May 6th 2022, PDS Clinical Pathology Laboratory will be taking over endocrine and drug testing...
Web Client Setup Instructions
A step by step guide to set up your PDS Web Client
Bovine Abortion Testing at PDS
Maximising the Chance of Achieving Diagnoses on Bovine Abortions...
