National Veterinary Services Laboratories |
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Mission: The National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) safeguard U.S. animal health and contribute to public health by ensuring that timely and accurate laboratory support is provided by their nationwide animal-health diagnostic system. NVSL staff accomplish this through:
- Providing diagnostic services, reagents, and training in world-class facilities
- Responding to animal health emergencies
- Taking an active role in managing the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN)
- Serving as an international reference laboratory
- Maintaining a well-trained and responsive staff
NVSL Strategic Plan (975K, PDF)
Environmental Management System statement (115K, PDF)
Organization |
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The NVSL includes four laboratory units:
NVSL Organization Chart (PDF, 95K) History of the NVSL
The NVSL is co-located with the National Animal Disease Center (USDA-ARS) and the Center for Veterinary Biologics to form the National Centers for Animal Health.
Contact Us |
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Ames, Iowa facilities: |
Plum Island, New York facilities: |
USDA-APHIS-VS-NVSL
1920 Dayton Ave.
P.O. Box 844
Ames, IA 50010
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Letters:
USDA-APHIS-VS-NVSL-FADDL
P.O. Box 848
Greenport, NY 11944-0848 |
NEW AMES ADDRESS & PHONE EFFECTIVE JULY 15, 2009
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Packages:
USDA-APHIS-VS-NVSL-FADDL
40550 Route 25
Orient, NY 11957 |
Phone: (515) 337-7266 |
Phone: (631) 323-3256 |
E-mail: NVSL_Concerns@aphis.usda.gov |