BoviLab is a useful tool for monitoring the transition period. This is mentioned in the content of the American Dairy Science Association (ASDA) from 2023. During a study, blood samples were collected from 330 Holstein cows. This occurred on day 14 before or on day 3 or 14 after calving. The results indicate that BoviLab …
Hypocalcemia, or subclinical milk fever, affects three-quarters of dairy cows. Research has revealed the following about hypocalcemia: There is limited knowledge about the costs of milk fever. In 2021, Veterinary Ireland Journal estimated the costs, revealing: While these costs may not fully align with those in other countries, they offer an insight into the potential …
BoviLab operates not only with the transition slide but also with the liver function slide. The transition slide is used to monitor the transition period. As a follow-up, you can use the liver function slide to measure the functioning of the liver. BoviLab’s transition slide measures for calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), non-esterified fatty acids …
BoviLab measures blood samples for non-esterified fatty acids, also known as NEFA’s, in the blood. These fatty acids are released as a result from adipose tissue mobilization. This state is often referred to the negative energy balance (NEB). The liver can use NEFA’s as a source of energy. To some extent, fatty acids are not …
The value of BoviLab is not only the easily accessible blood tests and quick results, but also the advice the veterinarian can give on the spot. The farmer can immediately put it into practice. By testing frequently and monitoring the results, curative treatments shift to preventive treatments. Knowing the blood values of both fresh and …
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In the transition period, cows can develop metabolic disorders, claw problems, reduced fertility and mastitis, among others. One condition can lead to the next, creating a snowball effect of trouble. Many of these problems are a result from calcium deficiency, energy deficiency, low immunity and/or rumen acidosis. The origin of these problems is often a …
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Around calving and in the first weeks of lactation, cows are susceptible. Examples of a few troublesome disorders are metabolic diseases such as ketosis and milk fever, but also mastitis, abomasal displacement, hoof health problems and reduced fertility. Often one disorder can lead to another. This creates a snowball effect and ultimately lowers the health …
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With BoviLab, veterinarians as well as livestock farmers and feed consultants, are able to measure blood values of dairy cows within 7 minutes. This revolutionary tool, brought to Europe by FarmLabo, aims to improve the transition phase on dairy farms. BoviLab measures blood samples for calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, beta-hydroxybutyric acid (BHB), fatty acids (NEFA’s) and …
Our blood analysis device is now also being used by Vee & Arts Landbouwhuisdieren praktijk from Bergen op Zoom, De veeArts from Leende, Veterinair Centrum Someren and De Herkauwerspraktijk from Oss (bovine veterinarian Wilco Boet in the picture). We wish all practices much success and enjoyment with BoviLab. Mirjam Steffensen from the Kronborg veterinary practice …
BoviLab starts the year well with 7 active users in the Netherlands Read More »
FarmLabo is currently busy with the further development of BoviLab. Soon, two new blood analysis slides will be available in Europe: the liverfunctionslide and the downerslide. The transitionslide is already available. The liverfunctionslide will be available in December. The transitionslide is used to monitor the transition period. If you want to do more research afterwards, …
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