Rabies


Sending your sample (from overseas)

Biobest accepts samples from overseas, either directly or through a partner laboratory. If you wish to submit samples direct to Biobest please download the appropriate paperwork.

**(20 Aug 07) As a result of fluctuations in currency exchange and increasing bank charges to Biobest we have changed two of our overseas charges with immediate effect. These prices reflect the sterling price and continue to offer extremely good value with excellent testing capability and turnaround.

New charges: 8000 Japanese Yen per sample / US$ 70 per sample.**

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Non EU Rabies Serology Submission (Heathrow) Guidance Note

Biobest also has partner laboratories in many countries, please see the drop down menu to see if we have a partner laboratory in your country. If we do then you can either submit your sample through them, or directly to Biobest.



NEW There is new submission form for our Japanese customers. To download a copy please click here.


Important Information

  • It is possible to send your samples and payment directly to Biobest.

  • If possible, have your veterinary surgeon centrifuge the blood sample and send only the serum.

  • We would prefer 1ml of serum, however 2ml of clotted blood would be acceptable provided it is not in transit too long.

  • There is no need to ensure samples remain frozen or refrigerated in transit provided they get to us achieved 5-7 days of dispatch.

  • Biobest recommend that you use a recognised courier service to get the samples to us.

  • Please download a copy of both import licences (contained in paperwork download) and include these with your package.

  • It is important that you download a submission form and that it is completed accurately and in full, and signed by the veterinary surgeon.

  • A completed form must accompany each sample. If sending overseas samples direct to Biobest, please ensure you include all the completed paperwork. Payment (£32.50, US $70, Euro 50, Japanese Yen 8000 per sample) is possible by credit card, cash or Sterling cheque (made payable to Biobest). Payment must be received before results will be reported.


Packages should be clearly labelled with the following information:

  • All packages must be clearly marked with the phrase : 'Goods for test - relief claimed'.

  • Import Licence numbers : (Scottish airports: 2004/001, English airports: POAO/2007/252)

  • Canine/feline serum samples, no commercial value.

  • Animal diagnostic specimens - not restricted.

  • Packed in compliance with IATA packing instructions 650.

  • Country of origin

  • Please note: Please mark the maximum value of the goods as $1, failure to do this will incur additional charges by UK customs and excise. All additional charges should be paid by the sender, do not mark the box 'bill receiver'. If possible do not use Federal Express. Packages requiring additional costs will not be accepted by Biobest and returned to sender.


Checklist of requirements:

  • Sample in an appropriate and labelled container

  • Payment: cash, cheque or credit card payment form

  • Submission Form: completed in full by your veterinary surgeon

  • Import licences: download a copy of both English and Scottish licences and include these in the package

  • Package label: label the package clearly with the information above


To download all the paperwork you will require in PDF format please click the button below:

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