Introduction to Dr. Andrew Thiel, Mammalian Pathologist

October 3, 2024

The Animal Diagnostic Lab would like to officially welcome Dr. Andrew Thiel to our ADL mammalian pathology team.

Congratulations Dr. Frye!

September 19, 2024

Northeastern Conference on Avian Diseases (NECAD) best presentation award!!

Dr. Jonathan Elissa from ADL Attends the AAAP Annual Meeting

July 12, 2024

Our own Dr. Jonathan Elissa had a very informative poster and presentation at this year's American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) Annual Meeting in St. Louis, MO.

Pathology Services Update at the Animal Diagnostic Lab

July 2, 2024

Dear Clients of the ADL, On behalf of the Animal Diagnostic Lab (ADL) at Penn State, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation for your understanding and patience during the recent disruption in our mammalian necropsy service. I am pleased to announce that effective immediately livestock and equine cases can be submitted to ADL without calling ahead. Until mid-August we will still be somewhat restricted in the number of small, companion, and exotic animal cases we are able to accept, so please call 814-863-0837 before submitting those.

Save the Date for the Animal Diagnostic Lab Practitioners Meeting

April 4, 2024

Save the date for the Penn State Animal Diagnostic Lab Practitioners Meeting at the Penn Stater Conference Center May 14th. CE credits will be available. If you would like to register for the conference, please email adlhelp@psu.edu with your name, email and phone number and we will reserve a spot for you.

2023 Animal Diagnostic Lab Practitioners Meeting

April 4, 2023

The Penn State Animal Diagnostic Lab will be offering a Practitioners Meeting on April 25, 2023 at the Penn State Conference Center

Ernest Hovingh, DVM, PhD, has been named Resident Director of the Animal Diagnostic Laboratory (ADL) effective March 1, 2023

March 7, 2023

Ernest Hovingh, DVM, PhD, Research Professor, and Veterinary Extension and Field Investigation Team Leader in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at Penn State University has been named Resident Director of the Animal Diagnostic Laboratory (ADL) effective March 1, 2023. The ADL, part of the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Agricultural Sciences, is a member of the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System (PADLS).

Pennsylvania Highly pathogenic avian influenza task force is recognized

November 7, 2022

Congratulations Dr. Eva Pendleton For Receiving Prestigious CA Botterff Award

August 8, 2022

ACPV Recognizes Dr. Cori (Steimling) Robinson as New Diplomate at the AAAP Meeting

August 8, 2022

The Animal Diagnostic Lab Would Like to Welcome Dr. Kayla Niel to Our Team of Avian Pathologists

June 6, 2022

Dr. Kayla Niel will be joining the Penn State Animal Diagnostic Laboratory on July 1, 2022 as an Avian Diagnostic and Outreach Veterinarian.

PA HPAI Hotline

April 28, 2022

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has created a hotline that poultry owners can call if you suspect your poultry is infected with avian influenza.

2022 Practitioners’ Meeting

March 24, 2022

2022 Practitioners’ Meeting Hosted by the Animal Diagnostic Laboratory at Penn State University Emphasis on Diseases of Small-Scale Swine Production Tuesday April 26, 2022, 8:30a – 4:30p

Secretary Of Agriculture Advises Vigilance To Pennsylvania Poultry Owners To Protect Against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

February 24, 2022

​Harrisburg, PA – The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Animal Health and Plant Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed findings of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in birds within the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture reminds Pennsylvanians to stay vigilant and review biosecurity practices.

Animals should not pose coronavirus threat to pet owners, farmers

April 15, 2020

Standard precautions can help reduce potential risk to animals and people. Animals should not pose coronavirus threat to pet owners, farmers.

Attention Veterinary Practitioners

April 6, 2018

The Animal Diagnostic Laboratory (PADLS-PSU), invite you and the veterinarians in your practice to attend our annual Veterinary Practitioner’s Meeting.

Veterinary Forensics: Investigation, Evidence Collection, and Expert Testimony

April 4, 2018

Forensic Pathology Book Released

February 26, 2018

Veterinary Forensic Pathology Volumes I and II, is a two volume set published by Springer International and is the first textbook published in the field of veterinary forensic pathology.

Congratulations Dr. Dunn

January 17, 2018

Bats and flu viruses- Penn State researchers show influenza receptors in bats for the first time

April 6, 2017

A recently published study from Veterinary and Biomedical Science researchers at Penn State could pave the way to better understand the ecology and evolution of influenza viruses.

Hattel is 2017 recipient of Faculty Outreach Award

April 5, 2017

Arthur L. Hattel, clinical professor of veterinary pathology in the College of Agricultural Sciences, has received the 2017 Faculty Outreach Award. The award honors faculty who have positively and substantially affected individuals, organizations or communities through problem solving or development as a result of extending their scholarship.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)

March 13, 2017

Animal Diagnostic Laboratory

Address

131 Pastureview Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Directions

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. After-hours submission available daily.

2024 Holiday Hours

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  • Christmas Day, December 25, 2024: Closed
  • Holiday Break, December 26-27, 30-31 2024: Open 8am-12pm
  • New Years Day, January 1, 2025: Closed

Animal Diagnostic Laboratory

Address

131 Pastureview Rd.
University Park, PA 16802
Directions

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. After-hours submission available daily.

2024 Holiday Hours

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 15, 2024: Closed
  • Memorial Day, May 27, 2024: Closed
  • Juneteenth, June 19, 2024: Closed
  • Independence Day, July 4, 2024: Closed
  • Labor Day, September 2, 2024: Closed
  • Thanksgiving, November 28-29, 2024: Closed
  • Christmas Eve, Dec 24, 2024: Open 8am-12pm
  • Christmas Day, December 25, 2024: Closed
  • Holiday Break, December 26-27, 30-31 2024: Open 8am-12pm
  • New Years Day, January 1, 2025: Closed