Egg counts
Faecal Egg Count (FEC) is a method of determining how many internal parasite Eggs are present in a particular dung sample. It may also be possible to determine the different types of worms or other parasites present.
The information on both the number and type of parasites can be used to determine whether or not an anti-parasitic treatment is required.
Egg counts explained
Faecal Egg Count (FEC) is a method of determining how many internal parasite Eggs are present in a particular dung sample. It may also be possible to determine the different types of worms or other parasites present. The information on both the number and type of parasites can be used to determine whether or not an anti-parasitic treatment is required.
If an animal has internal parasites the eggs produced by the adult parasites are often passed out in the dung. If eggs are found in a fresh dung sample it shows that worms are present in the animal.
The number of eggs found can provide a useful indication of the level of parasite infection, so a high egg count would suggest a high level of adult parasites in the animal.
We offer the following options of FEC for sheep
Option 1) Kit for 1 animal / individuals.
Each test must be based on at least 10 individual samples please collect samples from 10 different droppings. If needed, separate them from the flock to allow you to collect these samples for an individual during the course of a day or overnight.
Each sample should be taken at random from the dung available.
Samples should be collected and posted as soon as possible to allow for an accurate reading. i.e. samples should be fresh within a 12 hour period.
Option 2) Pooled samples 1 – 10 animals (or mob sampling). Can be collected while the flock / herd are gathered. You should take samples from across the area. This will allow a wide mix of samples from each group to be analysed in order to get a broader picture of possible worm burdens.
Option 3) Local On farm Collection Service. As per option 2 with added service of collecting the samples for a FEC. This is ideal for larger flocks – saving you time. Please contact us directly if this is a service that you require.
Option 4) Re-test / Reduction Test. Following treatment, we offer a retest service (at relevant intervals depending on the group of wormer used). We are able to use previous FEC analysis to monitor any resistance to the product group used and plan accordingly.
Available test kits for Sheep & Livestock
You can now purchase your freepost Animal specific worm egg count from our website. You will receive your results within 48 hours of receipt by email or post whichever you prefer. Our staff are fully qualified Amtra SQP’s able to advice on Anthelmintic products.
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