Testing
We offer on island testing, aiming to provide you with results within 48 hours*
Faecal Egg Count aka Worm Test
Price per sample
Single samples
1-5 tests: £16/sample
+5 tests: £15/sample
Discount available for groups of more than 10 animals
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Group samples
10 - 15 samples per a group
£18 - £22 per group test
Discount available for groups of more than 10 group samples
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Includes
Sample pick-up service
Modified McMaster testing for strongyles, eimeria, and more
Macroscopic evaluation for the presence of proglottids (tapeworm segments)
Results within 48 hours
What is an FEC & Why do it?
What is an FEC?
A faecal egg count (FEC) is a useful tool for monitoring roundworm and coccidia burdens
Why do an FEC?
There are a number of good reasons to perform an FEC prior to deciding to deworm, including:
Ensuring long-term anthelmintic effectivity
Only worming individuals who need it
The 80:20 rule. Roughly 80% of the parasite load is shed by 20% of the herd
This means that only roughly 20% of the herd requires more regular deworming
Group sampling can also be done to gain a representative idea of a flock/herd so you can delay treatment till it's needed
Identifying when a treatment is not actually required saves you time and money
Gaining an understanding of the levels of pasture contamination can aid in pasture management
FEC's can be used as a tool to aid in clinical disease diagnose
Ensure new stock are ready to enter the pastures after a quarantine treatment
Wormer Drench Test
Includes
2 x Sample pick-up service
2 x Modified McMaster tests
2 x Macroscopic evaluation for the presence of proglottids (tapeworm segments)
Results within 48hrs*
A reminder 2 days before the second sample is due to be taken
What is Drench Test & Why do it?
What is a Drench Test?
A drench test is performed to understand the efficacy of a particular anthelmintic. An FEC is done on a dung sample taken on the day of worming, prior to worming, with a second FEC being done on a sample collected 7 (yellow wormers) or 14 days (white & clear wormers) post-deworming. When assessing a herd/flock, at least 10% of the population should be represented with the same animals being tested.
Why do a drench test Test?
Dewormer rotation has not been shown to decrease acquired anthelmintic resistance and should not be relied on as your only insurance for effective deworming
If there is resistance to the anthelmintic used, this may result in
Animals could still be carrying high levels of parasites which could affect their health and performance
Wasting money on ineffective dewormer
Increased levels of resistance of the current parasites to the anthelmintic used
Increased levels of resistant parasites being shed in pastures
This a routinely recommended test, particularly for equines, as part of an individual anthelmintic treatment plan.
Liver & Rumen Fluke Faecal Test using the FLUKEFINDER® process
Price per sample
Individual tests
1-5 tests: £19 each
+5 tests: £17 each
Discount available for groups of more than 10 animals
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Group tests
10 - 15 samples per a group
£32 - £34
Discount available for groups of more than 10 group samples
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Includes
Sample pick-up service
Test for liver & rumen fluke using the FLUKEFINDER® process
Results within 48 hours*
Lungworm Faecal Testing
Price per sample
Single samples
1-5 tests: £18 each
+5 tests: £16 each
Discount available for groups of more than 10 animals
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Group samples
10 - 15 samples per a group
£32 - £34
Discount available for groups of more than 10 group samples
11-20: 2.5 %
21-30: 5 %
31-40: 7.5 %
41-50: 10 %
51-60: 12.5 %
+61: 15 %
Includes
Sample pick-up service
Test for lungworm
Results within 48 hours*
We also offer on site testing so you can make even faster decisions should you need to
* We will always do our utmost to provide you with results within 48 hours and will inform you should this not be possible prior to collection, or under extenuating circumstances