Sample Collection and Storage

Faecal Samples:

• We provide a small spatula with a small pot. 
• The small pot keeps the cost of postage down for you.
• Do not fill more than 75% or 3/4 of the pot.

Reptile or bird samples may contain a chalky white or grey substance that is often passed with faeces. These are the urates and may interfere with the testing process. 

If the sample is fresh then there is no need to store in the fridge as this would reduce motility of specific parasites - a cool room is fine. 

It is important to send a fresh moist sample. A few drops of cooled boiled water can be added to maintain humidity.

Dry samples will disrupt parasitic forms and increase false negatives. Urates will also reduce sensitivity of testing so make sure to reduce these and that faeces are sent.