CVMDL cannot release bodies for home burial but so that you are able to have your pet returned to you, we are able to work with you to plan a private cremation including a return of ashes, with a local crematorium.
Please contact the laboratory if you have any questions. Fees are subject to change without notice.
Please note: Submitting frozen specimens for necropsy may delay the turnaround times outlined below.
Pathology - Connecticut Resident The fee listed below is for Veterinarian submitted cases, for owner direct submission pricing please call the laboratory at 860-486-3738 |
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Test Name | Specimen Required | Test Days | Turn Around Time (Business Days) | Fee | Comments |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Aborted Farm Species | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $125.00 | Calf, Cria, Foal, Kid, Lamb, Piglet |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Agricultural Farm Species (less than 200 lbs) | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $170.00 | Caprine, Ovine, Porcine |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Agricultural Farm Species (greater than 200 lbs) | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $200.00 | Caprine, Ovine, Porcine $100.00 disposal fee applicable on animals 500lbs and over |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Agricultural Farm Species (Neonate, up to 6 wks) | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $125.00 | Calf, Cria, Foal, Kid, Lamb, Piglet up to 6 weeks of age |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Bovine | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $300.00 | $0.65/pound disposal fee |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Canine | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $250.00 | |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Poultry | Freshly Dead Animal, 1-3 birds same flock | M-F | 10-30 | $144.00*
See comment |
* For IAV-A Surveillance Program inclusion pricing, CT back-yard and non-commercial poultry owners - please contact the laboratory at 860-486-3738 |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Equine | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $400.00 |
$90.00 fee for all Insurance Case submissions $0.65 /pound disposal fee $100.00 fee applicable for Spinal Cord Removal $16.25 per 1/4 hour for shoe removal after submission |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Feline | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $200.00 | |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Fresh Small Fish, Reptile, Amphibian | Freshly Dead or Live Fish | M-F | 10-30 | $65.00 | Small fish, reptiles, amphibians are defined as those animals less than 8 inches in length |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Fresh Large Fish, Reptile, Amphibian | Freshly Dead or Live Fish | M-F | 10-30 | $90.00 | Large fish, reptiles, amphibians are defined as those animals more than 8 inches in length |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Llama, Alpaca | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $200.00 | |
Necropsy, Legal Case Surcharge | NA | NA | NA | $275.00 | This fee is added to all necropsy cases which could lead to litigation |
Necropsy(including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Marine Mammal | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $250.00 <200lb $350.00 >200lb | |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Pet Bird | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $100.00 | |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Primate | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $250.00 | |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Rodent | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $75.00 | Guinea Pig, Mouse, Rat |
Necropsy (including histopathology as deemed necessary by Pathologist), Small Animal Neonate | Freshly Dead Animal | M-F | 10-30 | $100.00 | Canine, Feline (up to 6 weeks of age) |
Full Descriptive Reports | Reports including full histopathologic descriptions can be added to any case. Full descriptive reports are already provided on Legal cases and case reports that will be sent to Insurance providers. $90.00 |