Quality Assurance Unit - Scheme Details

Microbiology

PT Number

PT0074

Scheme title

Pasteurella multocida toxin detection

Suitable testing methods

PCR

Note:
PCR tests detect the presence of toxA, the gene encoding the PMT.

Reporting format

+ve, -ve or Inconclusive. Authorised report will be published electronically. These will show intended result and results from all participants

Results to be returned within

21 days

Number of samples in each distribution

Sample Type

10mg freeze dried simulated culture in glass vial

Packaging and transport details

UN3373 Biological substance Category B. Courier delivery required which will incur additional charges. Please contact the QA unit for further details

Number of distributions per year

Accreditation status

ISO/IEC 17043: 2010 Conformity assessment - General requirements for proficiency testing.

Date scheme started

Pre 2007

Notes

Some verification tests on samples used in this scheme are sub-contracted.

For price and detail of distribution months please see price list or contact: vetqas@apha.gov.uk