Safeguarding U.S. Animal Health

The 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 employees 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 NAHLN;
• Serving as an international reference laboratory, and
• Maintaining a well-trained and responsive staff.