Há mais de trinta anos atrás, estabelecemos intervalos de referência de animais para bovinos, equinos, caninos e felinos. A recolha de amostras foi realizada sob orientação veterinária em animais saudáveis. O estabelecimento de intervalos de referência de animais seguiu as normas de laboratório clínico e levou em conta a investigação internacional.
Desde os anos 80 que realizamos testes de metal em vacas, cavalos, cães e gatos.
Testamos aves e uma variedade de animais selvagens, mas os intervalos de referência não estão necessariamente disponíveis para esses.
Chronic under- or oversupply of minerals such as calcium or magnesium and trace elements such as zinc or selenium is often at the bottom of an acute illness that developed over time.
Blood metal analysis shows if the daily intake is adequate. Fur examinations can make the work of veterinarians and animal health practitioners easier. Animal owners can use the results of a fur metal analysis to find a species-appropriate and disease-preventing diet. For instance, feed that originates in a selenium-poor area, will not provide an adequate selenium supply. Feed from calcium-rich areas might provide excessive calcium, causing an imbalance in the electrolyte system. Fur metal analysis provides cost-saving answers when it comes to selecting an animal’s feed.
Metal testing provides information that allows animal owners to select appropriate diets and/or supplements. It aids veterinarians to support the animals individual nutritional needs. It also aids in selecting appropriate detoxification treatments.