Diagnostic pathology service

Our laboratory services include the diagnostic pathology service, which offers a full range of diagnostic approaches run by certified pathologists and residents.

Every service is highly integrated and performed by qualified academic and technical staff. Students are routinely exposed to the case material as part of the teaching experience at the University of Liverpool.

The material obtained by the diagnostic pathology service is used for both undergraduate and postgraduate training and research in veterinary pathology, as this is a fundamental purpose of our activity.

Postmortem Examination

Post-mortem examinations

We can perform post-mortem examinations on any animal species. We accept submissions from veterinary surgeons.

Forensic Veterinary Pathology

Forensic veterinary pathology

A forensic post-mortem includes examination of all major organs, chain of custody of the body and a histopathological examination. We accept submissions from veterinary surgeons.

Farm Animal Post Mortem Service

Farm animal post-mortem service

Farm animal post-mortem service at Leahurst is an APHA Partner Post Mortem Examination (PME) Provider. Please contact us to arrange submission of a carcass.

Zoo & Wildlife Post Mortem Examinations

Zoo and wildlife post-mortem examinations

We regularly peform post-mortem examinations for local zoos. We accept submissions from zoos and safari parks, we can accept animals up to 2 tons in weight.

Histopathology and Cytology

Histology and cytology

We can examine surgical biopsies and cytology samples. Please complete our form to submit a case.

Immunohistology

Immunohistology

We offer a range of diagnostic immunohistology services, for the identification of tumour cell origin, prognosis and tumour grading, and the demonstration of infectious agents.