• Sample Details 10mg freeze-dried sample in glass vial.
  • Method Sequencing/MAb typing

Overview

The purpose of the scheme is for participants to help monitor their ability to successfully determine the Salmonella Serotype from pure culture isolates through DNA extraction and Whole Genome Sequencing.

Result input

Results and a summary of methods employed are returned through our electronic reporting system.

WGS: QC acceptable (Yes/No), Serovar, Antigenic formula , Sequence type

Results deadline (from date of shipping)

28 days

PT Report

Authorised report will be published electronically. These will show intended result and results from all participants

Health and Safety

This material is for in vitro use only, not for use in animals.

Import Permit

It is the responsibility of the participants to check with their customs authority if an import permit is required to import VETQAS® PT samples. If a permit is required, we must receive a valid copy of the permit before the scheduled distribution date. Please note, if we do not receive the permit by the scheduled distribution date the samples will not be shipped and there will be no refund.

Provision of external services

Aspects of the Proficiency Testing schemes may at times be performed by a competent external service provider, for which VETQAS® is responsible.