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On average, reduces antibiotic treatment by 40%
Targets treatment to those cows that need it most!
Reasons for use
Mastitis treatment accounts for a large portion of antibiotic use on dairy farms. Treatment with antibiotics requires long milk withhold times, which contribute to the cost of the disease. Some mastitis bacteria have high self-cure rates or poor treatment response and antibiotic use may not be justified.
Use of rapid tools for the identification of mastitis pathogens enables treatment decisions that decrease antibiotic use and save money without compromising mastitis outcomes.
Which cows to treat
The culture system is designed to classify mastitis cases into 3 groups; Gram-positive (to be treated) and Gram-negative and No Growth cases (not to be treated). The system is intended to be used on cows with mild cases of mastitis (no fever or severe illness).
Research validated1 interpretation instructions (see link below) provide the most accurate cutoffs for diagnosis. It is highly recommended that you consult with your herd veterinarian regarding development of treatment protocols. As with any therapy program, individual response may vary. If clinical signs worsen, take action immediately and consult your veterinarian.
Quality control
The culture kit provides a sample collection vial that is intended for submission to a diagnostic laboratory. Submission of this sample allows tracking of quality control for the on-farm culture and provides additional information on the mastitis-causing bacteria, which will aid in prevention strategies.
Storage and Handling
- Product shelf-life is 1 year if stored at room temperature
- Avoid excess humidity and keep culture media in individual package until use
- Do not expose to sunlight and discard any culture media that has been discoloured
- Do not touch the culture media surface
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System components 10 Coliform Count Petrifilms 10 Aerobic Count Petrifilms 1 plastic spreader 10 3 cc syringes 10 collection vials 10 diluent vials 10 alcohol gauzes |
Does not include incubator.
The recommended incubator is
the Turbofan Hova Bator
available online at
(www.spectrumed.com) or through your local farm supply store (Co-op Atlantic stores).
For more information, contact your local Veterinarian or
Maritime Quality Milk
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Phone: 902-566-6489
Fax: 902-620-5053
mqm@upei.ca
View easy to use instructions and interpretation guide.
The MQM Mastitis Treatment Decision System is an excellent tool to improve mastitis monitoring while decreasing cost
and drug usage. Discuss with your herd health specialist how the system fits within your udder health management program.
1McCarron J. L., G. P. Keefe, S. L. B. McKenna, I. R. Dohoo,
and D. E. Poole. Laboratory Evaluation of 3M Petrifilms and
University of Minnesota Bi-plates as Potential On-Farm Tests
for Clinical Mastitis J Dairy Sci. 2009 May;92(5):2297-305.
To Order Kits
Veterinary Clinics That Stock the Kits:
| Nova Scotia | ||
| Fundy Veterinarians, Shubenacadie | Tel: (902) 758-3180 | |
| Fundy Veterinarians, Murray Siding,Truro | Tel: (902) 895-8195 | |
| Northumberland Vet Clinic, Pugwash | Tel: (902) 243-3999 | |
| New Brunswick | ||
| Provincial Veterinarian Services | ||
| P.E.I. | ||
| Kensington Veterinary Clinic, Kensington | Tel: (902) 836-3410 | |
| Ontario | ||
| Navan Veterinary Services, Navan | Tel: (613) 835-2646 | |
| Tavistock Veterinarians, Tavistock | Tel: (519) 655-2421 | |
| Cannington Veterinary Services, Cannington | Tel: (705) 432-3392 | |
| Ferguson and Walsh Veterinary Services | Tel: (705) 653-2117 | |
| New Hamburg Veterinary Clinic | Tel: (519)662-1525 | |
| Manitoba | ||
| Poplar Grove Vet Services, Mitchell | Tel: (204) 326-1174 | |
If your Veterinarian is not listed above, you can order directly from MQM for $79 by downloading an order form and faxing it to MQM at 902-620-5053. Or, order online now.
Attention Veterinarians
To stock the kits in your clinic and become listed on this site, please contact MQM as listed above for more details.
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