In observance of Thanksgiving, Auburn University’s Department of Pathobiology will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Packages that are received on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2025 will be accepted and accessioned as normal.
Clinical Pathology processing information: November 24 – 26, 2025 – Operate as normal November 27 – 30, 2025 – Please call 334-844-2658 to coordinate delivery with the laboratory.
Please contact the Bacteriology Lab directly at 334-844-2658 for information regarding sample mail-ins during this time.
The Bacteriology & Mycology Laboratory provides diagnostic testing to serve the medical needs of both practitioners and the Auburn University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The goal of our diagnostic team is to provide accurate and timely information regarding all bacterial and fungal samples. In addition to being available Monday through Friday during regular working hours, we maintain reduced hours on weekends and holidays. For Saturday delivery, call the lab at 334-844-2658 to get alternative address (varies by weekend). Our team is always available to assist you with specimen submissions and cultural interpretations.
Further information about our laboratory services and sample submissions may be found in the hyperlinks below. Please call or email our laboratory with any question you may have about our services. Please remember specimens should be shipped for overnight delivery to ensure they are received in quality condition.
