Nutrition
Effective October 9, 2012
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Note: The $10 accession fee will NOT apply to nutrition testing. All fees are in US $. |
| Click the name of the test or procedure for detailed information. Please note the five-digit test code associated with nutrition tests and indicate this number on the submission form when requesting the test. |
- Acid Detergent Fiber
- Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
- Ash, Bone
- Ash, Feed
- Beta Carotene, Feed
- Beta Carotene, Other
- Beta Carotene, Serum
- Beta Hydroxybutyrate (BHB)
- Copper
- Crude Fat
- Crude Fiber
- Crude Protein
- Dry Matter
- Fat, Liver
- Fatty Acid Profile
- Feed Analysis, Equine Hay
(Acid detergent fiber, crude protein,dry matter) - Feed Analysis, Standard by NIR (Dry matter,crude protein, SP, RDP,ADICP, NDICP, ADF, NDF, lignin, starch, sugar, NCS, NFC, fat, ash, RFV, TDN)
- Feed Analysis, Standard by Wet Chemistry
(Dry Matter, Crude Protein, Acid detergent fiber, acid detergent insoluble crude protein) - Metabolic Profile
- Non-Esterified Fatty Acids (NEFA)
- Non-Esterified Fatty Acids (NEFA) Plus Beta Hydroxybutyrate (BHB)
- Neutral Detergent Fiber
- Primary Trace Nutrient Panel
(Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Zinc) - Primary Trace Nutrient Panel Plus Electrolytes
(Calcium, Chloride, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Bicarbonate, Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Na:K Ratio, Selenium, Sodium, Zinc) - Selenium and Copper Panel
- Selenium, Feed
- Selenium, Other
- Selenium, Serum
- Selenium, Tissue
- Selenium, Whole Blood
- Trace Nutrient Minerals - Tissue
(Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Zinc) - Vitamin A, Feed
- Vitamin A, Other
- Vitamin A, Serum
- Vitamin A, Tissue
- Vitamin D, Feed
- Vitamin E, Feed
- Vitamin E, Other
- Vitamin E, Serum
- Vitamin E, Tissue
- Vitamin Profile, Serum (Vitamin E, vitamin A, beta-carotene)
| Acid Detergent Fiber | Test Code: 50240 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10-12 bus. days | | Comments: For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) | Test Code: 50214 | Fee: 50.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.25 ml serum | Shipping Container: leakproof tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
varies | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Ash, Bone | Test Code: 50218 | | Fee: 55.00 | Specimen: 5 gm bone | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: none | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
15 bus. days | | Comments: Sample should be from non-weight bearing bone. |
Top of Page | Ash, Feed | Test Code: 50236 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
8-10 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Beta Carotene, Feed | Test Code: 50216 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: 20 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
8-10 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. Beta carotene is heat sensitive. Send sample as collected. Do not dry or heat prior to shipment. |
Top of Page | Beta Carotene, Other | Test Code: 50215 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: various (other than serum or feed) | Shipping Container: | Coolant: | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
varies | | Comments: Please contact the lab. |
Top of Page | Beta Carotene, Serum | Test Code: 50217 | Fee: 25.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 1.2 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Beta Hydroxybutyrate (BHB) | Test Code: 50244 | Fee: 16.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F, Sat. | Turnaround Time:
6-7 bus. days | | Comments: Seven animals per feeding group should be tested when investigating herd problems. Typically this would be seven "fresh" or seven "close-up" cows. Samples should be taken just before fresh feed is offered (especially for cattle on component-fed rations. For cattle receiving TMR diets, timing is less important). Please include animal ID, age, species and lactation stage for each animal. Ship overnight and avoid weekend arrival. |
Top of Page | Copper | Test Code: 70053 | | Fee: 25.00 | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Crude Fat | Test Code: 50239 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 50 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
8-10 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. |
Top of Page | Crude Fiber | Test Code: 50238 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 50 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10-12 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Crude Protein | Test Code: 50237 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 25 g feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
8-10 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Dry Matter | Test Code: 50235 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
8-10 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. |
Top of Page | Fat, Liver | Test Code: 50225 | | Fee: 43.00 | Specimen: 5 gm liver | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
10-12 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Fatty Acid Profile | Test Code: 50231 | | Fee: 95.00 | Specimen: 1) 5 g feed
2) milk
3) 1 ml serum | Shipping Container: 1,2) leakproof container
3) plastic tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
10-15 bus. days | | Comments: 1,2) Collect sample in a well-sealed heavy-duty plastic bag. The samples should be representative of the feed lot being tested. Hay should be randomly sampled throughout bales. Mixed rations and pelleted diets should be well mixed before sampling. |
Top of Page | Feed Analysis, Equine Hay (Acid Detergent Fiber, Crude Protein, Dry Matter) | Test Code: 50219 | | Fee: 53.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10-12 bus. days | | Comments: For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. This test is for feed being given to horses only. The 3 tests included in this analysis can also be ordered individually for samples other than equine hay. |
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Feed Analysis, Standard by NIR (Dry matter, crude protein, SP, RDP, ADICP, NDICP, ADF, NDF, lignin, starch, sugar, NCS, NFC, fat, ash, RFV, TDN) | Test Code: 50995 | Fee: 53.00 | Specimen: 100 gm feed | Shipping Container: Leakproof container | Coolant: Frozen gel packs | Days Tested: M-F | Turnaround Time: 12-15 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle, and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Feed Analysis, Standard by Wet Chemistry (Dry Matter, crude protein, acid detergent fiber, acid detergent insoluble crude protein) | Test Code: 50995 | | Fee: 55.00 | Specimen: 100 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
12-15 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Metabolic Profile | Test Code: 50245 | Fee: 37.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F, Sat. | Turnaround Time:
6-7 bus. days | | Comments: Seven animals per feeding group should be tested when investigating herd problems. Typically this would be seven "fresh" or seven "close-up" cows. Samples should be taken just before fresh feed is offered (especially for cattle on component-fed rations. For cattle receiving TMR diets, timing is less important). Please include animal ID, age, species and lactation stage for each animal. Ship overnight and avoid weekend arrival. |
Top of Page | Neutral Detergent Fiber | Test Code: 50241 | | Fee: 22.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10-12 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Non-Esterified Fatty Acids (NEFA) | Test Code: 50243 | Fee: 16.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-7 bus. days | | Comments: Seven animals per feeding group should be tested when investigating herd problems. Typically this would be seven "fresh" or seven "close-up" cows. Samples should be taken just before fresh feed is offered (especially for cattle on component-fed rations. For cattle receiving TMR diets, timing is less important). Please include animal ID, age, species and lactation stage for each animal. Ship overnight and avoid weekend arrival. Excitement has an important influence on serum NEFA concentrations. Animals should be kept as calm as possible during blood collection. Avoid situations in which animals are shipped or herded through unfamiliar surroundings prior to sampling as these activities will result in elevated serum NEFA concentrations. |
Top of Page | Non-Esterified Fatty Acids (NEFA) Plus Beta Hydroxybutyrate (BHB) | Test Code: 50998 | Fee: 32.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F, Sat. | Turnaround Time:
6-7 bus. days | | Comments: Seven animals per feeding group should be tested when investigating herd problems. Typically this would be seven "fresh" or seven "close-up" cows. Samples should be taken just before fresh feed is offered (especially for cattle on component-fed rations. For cattle receiving TMR diets, timing is less important). Please include animal ID, age, species and lactation stage for each animal. Ship overnight and avoid weekend arrival. |
Top of Page | Primary Trace Nutrient Panel (Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Zinc) | Test Code: 50701 | Fee: 40.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: royal blue top tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: Specimens where Zinc is of interest must be collected in no-additive royal blue top serum tubes. Whole blood selenium analysis will be performed if whole blood is received. Serum is the only acceptible specimen for the rest of the panel. |
Top of Page | Primary Trace Nutrient Panel Plus Electrolytes (Calcium, Chloride, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Bicarbonate, Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Na:K Ratio, Selenium, Sodium, Zinc) | Test Code: 50702 | Fee: 65.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 1 ml serum | Shipping Container: royal blue top tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: EDTA plasma is NOT acceptable for electrolyte analysis. Specimens where Zinc is of interest must be collected in no-additive royal blue top serum tubes. Whole blood selenium analysis will be performed if whole blood is received. Serum is the only acceptible specimen for the rest of the panel. |
Top of Page | Selenium and Copper Panel | Test Code: 50700 | Fee: 33.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: red top tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: Whole blood selenium analysis will be performed if whole blood is received. Serum is the only acceptable specimen for the rest of the panel. |
Top of Page | Selenium, Feed | Test Code: 50201 | | Fee: 82.00 | Specimen: 10 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10-15 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Selenium, Other | Test Code: 50205 | | Fee: 82.00 | Specimen: various (other than serum, whole blood, tissue or feed) | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
varies | | Comments: Contact lab. |
Top of Page | Selenium, Serum | Test Code: 50203 | Fee: 25.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Selenium, Tissue | Test Code: 50202 | | Fee: 30.00 | Specimen: 3 gm liver | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
7-12 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Selenium, Whole Blood | Test Code: 50204 | Fee: 25.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 0.5 ml whole blood | Shipping Container: purple top (EDTA) tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Trace Nutrient Minerals - Tissue (Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, Zinc) | Test Code: 50703 | | Fee: 42.00 | Specimen: 50 mg liver (preferred), liver biopsy or fresh tissue | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
10 bus. days | | Comments: If sending different tissue types, please clearly label the tissue on the container. Biopsies should be collected into a rubber-free tube to avoid zinc contamination. Do NOT submit samples in formalin or saline. If this is not possible, please contact lab prior to submission. If less than 50 mg of tissue is available, please contact the lab for special handling. |
Top of Page | Vitamin A, Feed | Test Code: 50206 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
10-17 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. Vitamins are heat sensitive. Send sample as collected. Do not dry or heat prior to shipment. |
Top of Page | Vitamin A, Other | Test Code: 50209 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: various (other than serum, tissue or feed) | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
varies | | Comments: Contact lab. |
Top of Page | Vitamin A, Serum | Test Code: 50208 | Fee: 25.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 1.2 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: Protect sample from exposure to light. |
Top of Page | Vitamin A, Tissue | Test Code: 50207 | | Fee: 30.00 | Specimen: 5 gm liver | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
7-12 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Vitamin D, Feed | Test Code: 50234 | | Fee: 220.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
10-17 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. |
Top of Page | Vitamin E, Feed | Test Code: 50210 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: 25 gm feed | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
10-17 bus. days | | Comments: A representative sample should be collected. Examples would be handfuls from the top, middle and bottom of a bag of feed or portions of samples from different lot numbers and batches. For hay sampling, a hay probe/corer should be used and samples from multiple bales should be collected. Vitamins are heat sensitive. Send sample as collected. Do not dry or heat prior to shipment. |
Top of Page | Vitamin E, Other | Test Code: 50213 | | Fee: 130.00 | Specimen: various (other than serum, tissue or feed) | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
Varies | Turnaround Time:
varies | | Comments: Contact lab. |
Top of Page | Vitamin E, Serum | Test Code: 50212 | Fee: 25.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 1.2 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Vitamin E, Tissue | Test Code: 50211 | | Fee: 30.00 | Specimen: 5 gm liver | Shipping Container: leakproof container | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
As needed | Turnaround Time:
5-12 bus. days | | Comments: |
Top of Page | Vitamin Profile, Serum (Vitamin E, vitamin A, beta-carotene) | Test Code: 50229 | Fee: 53.00
(15% discount for 11 or more samples) | Specimen: 1.2 ml serum | Shipping Container: tube | Coolant: frozen gel packs | Days Tested:
M-F | Turnaround Time:
6-8 bus. days | | Comments: |
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Note on days tested and turnaround times: Samples must be received at least 1 business day before the scheduled testing day. New client accounts can take up to 2-3 business days to establish before testing can begin. Samples may not always be tested on the first scheduled day after they arrive, but testing will usually be completed within the posted turnaround time. If rush testing is desired, please contact us.
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