Bovine Tuberculosis Testing

Accelerating action against bovine tuberculosis. Timely results within 24 hours to safeguard livestock.
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Accurate Testing and Diagnosis

We utilise advanced testing methodologies to ensure specific and sensitive detection of bovine tuberculosis from environmental samples. With our state-of-the-art equipment and expertise, we deliver precise results that empower farmers, and wildlife managers to make informed decisions based on reliable data.

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What are the benefits?

Results in 24 hours

Get rapid results within 24 hours of sample receipt, ensuring timely decision-making.

Highly specific

Accurate results with no cross-reactivity to the BCG vaccine.

Improved disease management

Gain insights into disease pockets on your farm for better management.

Highly sensitive technology

Detect M. Bovis in your farm environment before cattle infection with our highly sensitive technology.

Data driven decision making

Make informed decisions based on comprehensive testing data.

Hassle-free

Easy-to-use sample collection kits for convenient testing. Just collect samples, send them to our labs, and we handle the rest!

Protect livestock health

Testing for bovine tuberculosis plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of your livestock. By regularly conducting testing, you can detect the presence of the disease early on and take necessary measures to prevent its spread.

Prompt identification allows for targeted interventions, such as quarantining affected herds and implementing appropriate treatment protocols. Through testing, you can effectively mitigate the impact of bovine tuberculosis on your farm, ensuring the overall health and productivity of your livestock.

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How does it work?

1. Order your test

Contact us to arrange sending us your sample.

2. Collect your sample

To ensure your samples are as representative as possible, walk in a ‘W’ pattern across your field and collect 10 leaves for testing. Keep the leaves dry, using kitchen towel if possible

3. Send to our lab

Post the sample to our lab using a courier or the postal service. No specialist courier needed!

4. Results in 24 hours

Receive rapid results within 24 hours of sample receipt.

What our clients say

Some feedback

MicroDetect’s rapid testing provided us with critical insights in record time. Their precision and speed are unparalleled, making them an invaluable partner in our disease management efforts.
Invaluable partner

— Sarah Parker

Using MicroDetect’s services has revolutionised our approach to crop disease management. Their sensitivity in detection has allowed us to take preventative measures well before visible signs appear, ensuring healthier and more productive yields.

Revolutionised our approach

— Lewis Campbell

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 Timely results within 24 hours to safeguard livestock.
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Prof. Ruth Massey, B.A. (mod), PhD – Chief Scientific Officer

Ruth has a bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from Trinity College Dublin. She has worked as a postdoctoral researcher in the UK at both the Universities of Oxford and Bath.

Her first independent position as Principal Investigator was in the Zoology Department in Oxford, where she set up her first lab, which subsequently moved to Bath in 2007. In 2017 Ruth moved to the University of Bristol and, in 2019, was promoted to Professor of Microbial Pathogenicity.

Ruth and her research team have been working on developing the testing processes described here for the past seven years, and she is now translating this for use in several clinical, pharmaceutical, and agricultural settings.

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Dr. Marcia Boura, BSc, MSc, PhD – Head of Development

Marcia has a background in clinical diagnostics, having worked in a hospital laboratory and completed an MSc in Emergent Infectious Diseases before commencing her PhD in Microbiology, at the University of Reading.

After completing her PhD she worked as the Senior Research Scientist in the team developing rapid molecular diagnostic tests. She led the development of a crops diagnostic test from conception through to field trial, before moving on to develop the technology for use in the human and veterinary clinical diagnostics sector.

Marcia’s experience of diagnostic test development for infectious diseases allows her to lead the scientific research within MicroDetect with focus and confidence.

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Tamryn Hassel, BSc, MBA – Business Management

Tamryn holds an MBA from the University of Bath. She has worked for over 16 years in the quality sector of the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, putting her in a unique position to understand the challenges associated with working in a highly regulated environment and how to validate scientific methodologies to meet regulatory requirements. She was initially involved in developing the rapid test methodology before refocusing on her consultancy businesses which continue to operate with great success. 

With her proven track record in the setting up and successful running of businesses, she is responsible for the strategic and operational management of the business. 

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