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DPIRD Diagnostics and Laboratory Services

DDLS provides expertise in animal pathology, plant pathology as well as seed testing and certification services to facilitate domestic and international trade and protect the biosecurity of WA.

DPIRD Diagnostics and Laboratory Services staff in the lab

Laboratory update

Plant and Animal Pathology
Laboratories for diagnostic testing have been established in the Perth metropolitan area and are equipped to provide a wide range of plant and animal diagnostic services.

Laboratory testing samples are encouraged. To receive a quotation on testing services, please contact DPIRD Diagnostics and Laboratory Services by phone on (08) 9368 3351 or via email at DDLS@dpird.wa.gov.au.

Seed Testing and Certification
Critical testing services are continuing, including seed certification and seed potato services.

For seed testing enquiries, contact the DDLS Seed Testing and Certification Service by phone on (08) 9368 3721 or via email at
DDLS-stac@dpird.wa.gov.au.

Our services

Fees and charges

Our department publishes an annual services, products and fees booklet which lists the services we provide (for agriculture and food) and the relevant fees and charges that apply.   

View fees and charges