Parasite Diagnosis Laboratory was established in 1950, to conduct diagnosis, fighing and treatment activities for parasitic diseases in Marmara Region. The diseases caused by helminths, arthropods and protozoa are diagnosed with OIE Manual of Diagnostic Tests. Ministry sponsored workshops and trainings are organised by laboratory specialist for veterinarians and farmers. In addition, field studies are made in Marmara Region when necessary. Laboratory carries out researches about especially zoonotic diseases that are transmitted by vectors with cooperation of universities and other establishments. Parasie Diagnosis Lab is also national reference laboratory in diagnosis of Theileriosis, Trichomoniasis, Cryptosporidiosis, Tropilaelaps spp. and Aethina tumida. Laboratory was accredited in 2012 by TURKAK.