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European Foulbrood (EFB) Diagnostic Test Kit

SKU: EFBTEST

  • The Vita European Foulbrood (EFB) Test Kit enables beekeepers and inspectors to test for EFB and get results immediately
  • For further information on EFB and this testing kit read the below description and article
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European Foulbrood (EFB) Diagnostic Test Kit

The Vita European foulbrood (EFB) Diagnostic Test Kit enables beekeepers and bee inspectors to test for EFB in honeybee larvae and to obtain the results immediately and easily in the apiary.

This test kit works like a home pregnancy test and reacts specifically to antibodies associated with the pathogen Melissococcus plutonius which causes EFB in honeybees.

The EFB test kit is similar to and complements the AFB Diagnostic Test Kit (which tests for Paenibacillus larvae subsp. larvae, which causes AFB in honeybees).

Developed by The National Bee Unit of the Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA), York and at other institutes internationally have validated that this kit performs as well as standard EFB laboratory tests. It has been developed for Vita by the Foresite Diagnostics section at FERA in York, UK. 

Specificity: 99%

Sensitivity: 96%

Kit Storage and handling

  • Kits can be used only once and are disposable.
  • The foil pack should be kept unopened and stored at room temperature (c18-25°C) until required.
  • The devices must be kept dry at all times.
  • Once the foil pack is opened the shelf life of the devices is not guaranteed, so it should be used as soon as possible after opening.
  • The window of the test device should not be touched.
  • If the device appears damaged, scratched, or marked in any way please contact us.
  • Read all instructions before using test kits.

CAUTION: This kit contains sodium azide in the extraction buffer, which is toxic. Handle carefully and avoid ingestion and contact with the skin. Sodium azide may form explosive copper or lead azides in plumbing systems. Always dispose of material containing azide by flushing copiously with water.

Our latest research articles:

Development and validation of a novel field test kit for European foulbrood

EFB kit validation INA Bologna- English Translation

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Ecrotek delivers within Australia using Standard Courier delivery services for small orders. Orders exceeding 0.5m³ will be sent using Premium Courier delivery services. If your online order exceeds the small parcel size, you need a separate freight quote - see below.

Goods are delivered on business days only. We cannot deliver on weekends or public holidays.

Signature on Delivery Required

We must get a signature when your order is delivered; we recommend you provide a delivery address where someone can receive and sign for your order. If no one is at your delivery address, the courier company will leave you a card in your letter box advising you of collection details.

All prices displayed on our website are in Australian Dollars ($AUD) and will be charged in Australian Dollars at the checkout

Postage Delivery Times

Urban Rural
Standard Courier 3-6working days* 4-7 working days*
Premium Courier 2-3 working days* 3-5 working days*
  • All orders include tracking.
  • Delivery may be delayed during peak season.

*Dependent upon payment confirmation and stock availability.

Christmas Delivery Times

To give your items the best chance to arrive in time for the holidays, please place your order by the following dates:

  • Monday, 16th December 2024 for regional areas
  • Tuesday, 17th December 2024 for metro areas (NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD)

For Express Post (metro areas only excl. NT, WA & TAS), order by Wednesday, 18th December 2024.

Carrier networks are especially busy during the holiday season, so order early to make sure you get your supplies in time for the holidays!

Christmas Closure

NOTE: The Ecrotek staff will be having a break over the Christmas – New Year period. Please place your orders by December 23 for dispatch before the Christmas closure.

There may be some dispatches possible between December 24 and January 6 for orders pre-paid by credit card. All other orders will be processed after January 6.

Tracking

Once your order is shipped you will receive an email confirming your shipping details and tracking number.

If you have an account with Ecrotek you can also view the status of your order online when you log into your account.

Flat rate shipping offers

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Order Support and Further Information

If there is a problem with your order or you would like further information about postage and deliveries, please contact us with your order details (and number):

Australian customers:

E: sales@ecrotek.com.au
T: 1800 905 687

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