Cornell Animal Hospital Costs: Cornell University’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC), part of the Cornell veterinary system in New York, provides comprehensive laboratory testing services for veterinarians, farms, animal hospitals, and research programs. For 2025, updated testing fees came into effect to address operational and laboratory cost increases while maintaining high-quality diagnostics and fast turnaround times.
Fees vary by test category, and charges are applied per test code. Below is a structured overview of official fees across major departments including Bacteriology, Parasitology, Virology, Pathology, Clinical Pathology, Endocrinology, Toxicology, and Quality Milk Production Services.
When did the 2025 Cornell AHDC fees take effect? The updated diagnostic testing fees became effective on January 1, 2025.
Is there a general submission or accession fee? Yes, the accession fee is $2.50 per submission under Quality Milk Production Services.
Do all tests cost the same? No, pricing varies by test complexity, laboratory department, and sample type.
Can veterinarians confirm exact pricing before submission? Yes, exact and complete fee schedules are available through the AHDC portal or by contacting the laboratory directly.
