Diagnostic Service Fees for the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic

Standard Test ($20.00)

• Standard diagnosis involves examination with the aid of a microscope or other basic diagnostic tools.
• Our diagnosticians will provide as accurate an identification as possible, using available resources.
• We also will provide additional information and recommendations, as appropriate.
• Every attempt will be made to return the completed Specimen Identification Form within five working days.

Specialized Tests

Fees for these tests are assessed in addition to the standard fee.

• Culture for Pathogen Identification (fungal and bacterial pathogens) — $10
• Plant Parasitic Nematode Assay (nematodes other than SCN) — $40
• Goss's Culture (corn) — $10
• Miscellaneous Elisa Test (Specialized fungal and bacterial tests) — $10
• Bacterial ID- Biolog System — $20
• Virus Screen- Protein — $10
• Rare Species ID — $10
• Insect Culture — $10

Each sample should include the appropriate fee (check or money order) made out to UNL PPDC. The amount depends on the level of diagnosis desired as indicated in the above table.

Rates as of January 2019