Price range: $40.00 through $70.00
The Large Milk and Fecal Sample Collection Kit provides the supplies needed to collect and submit up to 60 milk or fecal samples for laboratory testing. The kit includes collection supplies, a sample submission form, and a prepaid shipping box addressed to the laboratory.
This kit is commonly used for herd-level diagnostic testing projects, including Johne’s disease testing, mastitis testing, milk pregnancy testing, BLV testing, BVD testing, A1/A2 testing, and other dairy herd diagnostic services.
Testing services billed separately
Each Large Milk and Fecal Collection Kit includes:
Need supplies for fewer samples? The Small Milk Sample Kit includes supplies for up to 10 milk samples and may be a better fit for individual animal testing or smaller projects.
Milk samples
Milk samples collected with this kit may be submitted for a variety of diagnostic tests, including:
Fecal samples
Fecal samples collected with this kit may be submitted for:
Milk and fecal testing can help producers monitor herd health, investigate disease concerns, identify infected animals, support management decisions, and evaluate herd-level disease status.
Milk and fecal samples may also be submitted for other laboratory services offered through CentralStar.
For milk samples
For fecal samples
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How many samples can I submit?
The kit includes supplies for up to 60 samples.
Can I submit both milk and fecal samples?
Yes. The kit may be used to submit milk samples, fecal samples, or a combination of both, depending on your testing needs.
Is testing included?
No. The kit includes collection and shipping materials. Diagnostic testing is billed separately.
What tests can be performed using milk samples?
Common milk-based diagnostic tests include mastitis testing, BLV testing, BVD testing, Johne’s disease testing, milk pregnancy testing, and A1/A2 testing. Additional testing options may be available depending on laboratory requirements.
What tests can be performed using fecal samples?
Fecal samples are commonly submitted for Johne’s disease testing and other diagnostic services that require fecal sample collection.
When should I choose the large sample kit?
The large kit is often used for herd-level testing projects, disease surveillance, screening groups of animals, or whenever more than 10 samples need to be submitted.
When should I choose expedited shipping?
Expedited shipping may be preferred when faster sample delivery is needed or when submitting time-sensitive samples.
Is there a smaller sample collection kit?
Yes. The Small Milk Sample Kit includes supplies for up to 10 milk samples and is designed for individual cow testing, small-group testing, or situations where fewer samples need to be submitted. This kit may be a better option if you do not need the capacity of the 60-sample kit.
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