Agreement to Terms and Conditions

These terms and conditions of use apply to the website, online portal and diagnostic services provided by the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University. 

No Warranties

Submitter acknowledges that diagnostic testing or results are inherently variable and cannot be guaranteed. Cornell University makes no representations or warranties, whether express or implied, regarding its testing services or results, including (without limitation) to any warranties related to the marketability, use or fitness for any particular purpose of the results, or non-infringement of any third party intellectual property rights.    

Risk of Loss; Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent allowed by applicable law, Cornell University’s aggregate liability arising out of or related to testing services provided through the Animal Health Diagnostic Center (whether under contract, tort, or otherwise) shall not exceed the amount paid for the testing service giving rise to the claim. In no event shall Cornell University be liable for any incidental, consequential or punitive damages of any nature, including but not limited to loss of anticipated profits or other economic loss in connection with the testing services, whether foreseeable or not, and even if notified of the possibility of such damages.  

Jurisdiction

The laws of the State of New York, without reference to choice of law principles, shall apply to all disputes arising from or related to testing services provided through the Animal Health Diagnostic Center, and any and all claims or actions of any nature arising from any such disputes shall be brought in the courts of Tompkins County, New York.

Sample Submissions

Samples must be submitted through a licensed veterinarian. It is our policy not to allow animal owners to submit samples directly to the Animal Health Diagnostic Center, except for those involved with the Quality Milk Production Services (QMPS). All samples submitted become the property of the Animal Health Diagnostic Center upon receipt and will not be returned. 

Billing

The submitter is financially responsible for all testing requested or added to the original submission that is necessary to reach a diagnosis. Submitters must adhere to the AHDC Credit and Collection policy.