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Testing for Sudden Oak Death
The UC Berkeley Forest Pathology and Mycology Laboratory uses three different methods to test for the presence of
Phytophthora ramorum,
the causal agent of Sudden Oak Death (SOD). Follow the links below to learn more and find out how you can test for SOD yourself.
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Agar Plating |
Immunoassay |
PCR Analysis |
Now Available - Phytophthora Test Kits:
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DIY SOD Test
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The UC Berkeley Forest Pathology and Mycology Laboratory does not provide a SOD testing service. For information on SOD testing please visit
www.suddenoakdeath.org
This activity possible thanks to funding from:
USDA Forest Service, State and Private Forestry
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Agdia, Inc. http://www.agdia.com
Disclaimer: Mention of any company, trade name, or commercial product does not constitute endorsement by the University of
California or recommendation for use.
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