TestInfectious disease (PCR and serology)
Johne's Disease (Paratuberculosis) PCR
Detects the bacteria that cause Johne's disease directly in faeces.
- Sample
- Faeces
- Amount
- 5 to 10 g
- For
- Cow, Buffalo, Goat, Sheep
What to send
- FaecesClean screw-cap pot5 to 10 g
A fresh, thumb-sized portion.
In the laboratory's words: Fresh faeces, 5 to 10 g in a clean pot
How to collect and send it
- Fresh sampleThe fresher the better.
- Keep chilledKeep it cool, 2 to 8 °C, in a cool box with an ice pack.
- Within 24 hoursSend it within 24 hours of collection.
Preparation. Collect directly from the rectum, keep it cool and send it within 24 hours.