Introduction to Our Services

The Comparative Pathology Laboratory is a full service veterinary reference laboratory directed by the members of the faculty of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Our laboratory is committed to offering the highest quality clinical pathology and histopathology services at competitive prices. For the past ten years, we have dedicated our lab specifically to meeting the needs of avian, exotic, lab animal, and wildlife veterinarians. Since our institution is both academically and research-based, we are able to provide our clients with the most recent diagnostic testing developments which may not yet be available in other veterinary diagnostic testing environments.

Accreditation
For the past twenty years, the Comparative Pathology Laboratory has provided high quality diagnostic services for a wide range of animal species to clients throughout the U.S. and Caribbean. To ensure that all testing performed is consistent with the highest standards, our laboratory is staffed by highly trained technicians and is directed by a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists.

Professional Consultation
Members of our professional staff are available to answer your questions, discuss test results, provide consultation, and arrange for special studies on unusual cases. Our veterinary pathologists can also call upon the broad expertise of the members of the Department of Pathology of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Furthermore, our staff includes faculty involved in basic research, which not only broadens our proficiency in diagnostics but assists in the service in meeting and understanding your needs in special diagnostic cases.

Client Services
Our Client Service Department is staffed by experienced representatives who are dedicated to providing you with responsive, personal service. Our hours of coverage are from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday. Our representatives are available to assist you with testing information as well as any inquiries concerning test results and specimen requirements. Please feel free to contact us should you need any assistance. Contact us by email. Contact us by phone or fax.

Billing Services
All clients will receive a monthly statement for services rendered during the previous thirty days. Statements include a detailed itemization of procedures performed for individual clients. Payment is due upon receipt of the statements. To ensure proper crediting to your account, please place your account number on your check. Please contact billing for any inquiries through Client Services.

Courier Services
Courier pickups are available in Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties Monday through Saturday. Contact Client Services for scheduling and phone numbers. Clients outside the tri-county area but within the U.S. are advised to utilize Federal Express or UPS. Our Federal Express number may be used in order to secure cheaper prices. Federal express shipping charges are billed with your submissions monthly and are charged back on the basis of the number of samples submitted per shipment. Please request STANDARD OVERNIGHT delivery. Shipping Address. More FedEx info

Test Procedures and Information
Supplies are available through our laboratory including test requisition forms, preprinted FedEx forms, and blood tubes. The amount of supplies is regulated dependent on the client dollar volume with the laboratory. Request supplies form that can be faxed or emailed.

Test Reporting
Laboratory test results are routinely provided to our clients within 24 hours of receipt by our laboratory. Some exceptions are specialized tests performed on a non-daily basis. For a current laboratory testing schedule, please contact Client Services.

Test results can be received automatically by fax if you have a dedicated fax line. Alternatively, reports can be faxed manually. Please contact Client Services if you wish to receive your reports via fax.

Becoming a Client
There is no charge to become a client or maintain an account with our laboratory. To sign up and receive an introductory package, contact Client Services by phone or by email. You may get a hardcopy of our New Client form on this website and email or fax it.

International Clients
The laboratory maintains a USDA import agreement that will assist you in shipping samples to us from international locations. Please contact the lab by phone or by email to receive more information on this program.

Contact Information for Client Services
Phone (800)596-7390   (305)243-6700
Fax (305)243-5662
Email: compathlab@med.miami.edu

Shipping Information
Federal Express or other express shipping is recommended over the U.S. Mail service.

Address for Express Shipping:

Comparative Pathology
1600 NW 10 th Avenue
RMSB 7101A
Miami, FL 33136

Address for U.S. Mail:

Comparative Pathology
P.O. Box 016960 R-46
Miami, FL 33101