Faecal Test X1 (Fluke)

SAMPLES ARE TO BE SENT IN VIA POSTAL SERVICE

Faecal testing gives farmers crucial information on the the presence and type of parasites or gastrointestinal illnesses in their livestock. This includes identifying individual types of worms or flukes, determining the level of infection, and evaluating the effectiveness of existing deworming or treatment procedures. This data enables farmers to make educated parasite management decisions, thereby enhancing their animals' health and productivity.

The Faecal Test X1 (Fluke) is a rapid dung sampling service that provides you with informative data on your livestock. It not only saves both time and money but it helps your livestock reach their full performance potential. This quick and easy service informs you on what illnesses your livestock have. We then can advise you on what products to treat your animals with. 

The Feacal Test X1 (Fluke) provides you with a report of how many egg/ eggs are present in your animal/ animals dung. The type of eggs that are present indicates what products need to be administered. The amount of eggs per gram tells us how severe the illness has progressed.

Features of Feacal Testing (Fluke):

• Can be done on cattle, sheep or horses
• It tests for how many eggs per gram of Fluke present in your livestock
• We can recommend suitable products for treatment
• Provides you with valuable information on your livestock
• Saves money on any unnecessary veterinary products
• Once we receive the faecal sample in store you should receive your faecal report with in 3-4 days

​Benefits of Testing your Livestock Reguarly:

• Saves money and time as your only treating animals when needed
• Increases productivity and the overall health of your farm
• Reduces the chance of animals becoming resistant to medication
• Parasite control improves drastically
• You will receive your faecal report with in 3-4 days of arrival

How To Collect A Sample:

1. Collect a Fresh Sample:

Signs of freshness include warmth, a darker colour and moist appearance.

Remember only a SMALL amount is needed for the test (15 grams approximately).

It is advisable to scrape away any slight crust from a fresh dung and take a sample from a more liquid portion of the pat. The sample should be no older than 12 hours.

Avoid collecting grass, hay, straw, stones, grit and soil with your sample.

Collect from the centre of a dung pile rather than the very bottom or very top.

2. How to Store your Sample:

Use a clean secure container e.g. Zip Lock bag, of the appropriate size.

Please double layer the bag by putting a second bag over the first bag.

Label the container with the animal ID and your name.

Place the bag in an envelope and send the sample through your local post office with a stamp.

Put this address on the envelope:

Agridirect, Church St, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan, H14 NW58