Bromethalin (desmethylbromethalin) - LC-MS/MS
Code:
dmb
Lab:
T
Days test started:
As req'd
TAT:
10-15 d
Available for:
Food Animal
Companion Animal
Specimen Type/Volume
10 g fat*, 20 g brain*, 20 g liver, 10 g bait. *best diagnostic samples – lipid rich tissues are expected to contain the highest concentrations, as bromethalin and its metabolite are highly lipid/fat soluble.Shipping Information
Frozen in sealed container.Collection Protocol
Sample must be frozen immediately after collection.Additional Information
Desmethylbromethalin is the toxic metabolite of bromethalin. This is a qualitative test. A positive result indicates exposure to bromethalin, but significance needs to be interpreted in the context of clinical presentation.