Ovine abortion, caused by pathogens such as Chlamydia, Toxoplasma, and Campylobacter, is a significant issue affecting flock productivity. Farmlab’s PCR test accurately detects the presence of these pathogens, allowing for rapid diagnosis and effective management of abortion outbreaks in sheep. Sampling for this test is straightforward, taking a piece of the placenta ( the cotyledon […]
Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR) is a highly contagious respiratory disease in cattle that affects herd health and productivity. Farmlab’s IBRgB Antibody ELISA test detects antibodies against the IBR virus, indicating exposure or infection within the herd. This test will detect animals that have antibodies to the IBR virus; in vaccinated herds, the IBRgE test should […]
ELISA is a common laboratory testing technique that detects and counts certain antibodies, antigens, proteins and hormones in bodily fluid samples. This includes blood, plasma, pee, saliva (spit) and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). “ELISA” stands for “enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay.” Another name for it is an EIA test.
