Get Texas Tick Submission Form - Texas Department Of State Health ... - Dshs State Tx

Typically, ticks are submitted for testing by placing them in a sealed zip-lock bag and sending via overnight or priority carrier or UPS. Most of the companies ask that you send the tick in along with your name, address, phone number (with area code), and payment.

Ticks must first be submitted to the DSHS Zoonosis Control office for identification after which they will be forwarded to UNTHSC for testing. There is no charge for testing, however this service is available only to Texas residents submitting specimens from a Texas address and for ticks that were attached to a human.

Simply place your tick in a sealed plastic bag and mail it, along with your order receipt, to our laboratory. After you complete the order process, you'll receive instructions for mailing your tick to our lab.

Simply place your tick in a sealed plastic bag and mail it, along with your order receipt, to our laboratory. After you complete the order process, you'll receive instructions for mailing your tick to our lab.

Because many tick-borne diseases present symptoms that can be similar or even identical to other illnesses, doctors may prescribe specific lab tests to confirm diagnosis. Typically, these tests are designed to detect specific antibodies or DNA in the blood to determine which pathogen you may be infected with.

Cost: $50-200/tick for species identification and testing for up to 19 different possible diseases carried by ticks. Results are available within 3 business days following receipt of tick.

Cost: $50-200/tick for species identification and testing for up to 19 different possible diseases carried by ticks. Results are available within 3 business days following receipt of tick.