ESCCCow
Somatic Cell Count- ESCC (Cow) - Milk and Dairy
Procedure: MZZ0402A
| Synonym(s): | SCC; ESCC; Somacount 150 |
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| Requisition Form | G-84; G-21; G-21 RR |
| Test Description | The Somacount 150 employs technology originally designed for the medical industry, namely “flow cytometry” to detect the number of white blood cells (WBC) in milk. When cows in the herd have an infection or inflammation, particularly mastitis, the WBC count increases. An increase in WBCs affects the milk quality, can decrease the shelf life, and affects cheese and other cultured milk products. |
| Pre-Approval Needed | Regulatory |
| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Food |
| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing |
Raw Cow Milk |
| Minimum Volume/Size Required |
100 mL |
| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping |
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| Transport Medium | N/A |
| Specimen Labeling | Sample Identification must match submission form. |
| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements |
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| Method | FORM FDA/NCIMS 2400h-2 Bentley Somacount™ |
| Turn-around Time | 4 Days |
| Interferences/Limitations |
N/A |
| Common Causes for Rejection |
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| Additional Information | N/A |