Faeces, in pools of up to 5 samples

ALT,ALP, Creatinine, Total Billrubin, BUN, Total Protein, Globulin, Albumin, Ca, Phosphate, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride

Multiplex PCR for the detaction of the fimbrial adhesin toxins F4 (associated with neonatal and post weaning diarrhoea), F5 & F6 generally associated with neonatal diarrhoea.

Multiplex PCR for the detection of genetic virulence factors associated with the production of Sta, STb and LT toxins. This test is best carried out on cultured E.coli isolates.

Complete blood count

Selective culture and antimicrobial sensitivity testing for enteric disease causing organisms in pigs.

Aerobis and anerobic culture, antimicrobial sensitivity testing for respiratory disease causing organisms in pigs.