New Rapid Diagnostic Test for Johne's Disease in Cattle

Authors

  • J. H. Crabb ImmuCell Corporation, 56 Evergreen Drive, Portland, ME 04103
  • R. W. Sweeney New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
  • H. Cressman ImmuCell Corporation, 56 Evergreen Drive, Portland, ME 04103
  • S. McAdams New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
  • R. H. Whitlock New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, 382 West Street Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19995590

Keywords:

Johne's disease, diagnostic test, rapid test, ELISA, tuberculin syringe, multi-tip pipetter

Abstract

A new rapid test for diagnosis of Johne's disease in cattle is described. This unique format Tip-Test™ utilizes the same principles as the Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) test with similar sensitivity and specificity, but can be done in the practitioner's office with the results available in 25 minutes. Two formats of the test are available: a single Tip-Test™ using a tuberculin syringe with disposable supplies provided with the kit, and a 12-sample multi-tip pipetter. The test is designed to detect animals in the later stages of infection and to provide quick laboratory confirmation of clinical cases of Johne's disease.

Cover image of the 33rd Conference Proceedings: Herd of Holstein cattle grazing in a field. Large barn and silos in background. Yellow background.

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Published

1999-09-23

Issue

1999

Section

Research Summaries 2

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