Veterinary

Update on Selenium Testing: Shift from GSH‑Px to Whole Blood Selenium Assay

Due to an ongoing shortage of test kits, our usual method for assessing selenium status — glutathione peroxidase (GSH‑Px) — has not been available in recent weeks. Until supplies resume, we have temporarily replaced GSH‑Px with whole blood selenium analysis.…

SRUC Veterinary Services
17/02/2026

Practical Pointers When Investigating Abortions in Cattle and Sheep

Abortion investigations in cattle and sheep can be frustrating, time-pressured, and often unrewarding if the wrong samples are collected — or none at all. When whole foetuses and placentas cannot be submitted, targeted sampling can still provide strong diagnostic value. Here is a practical guide to help maximise diagnostic yield while managing client expectations and lab workflow.…

SRUC Veterinary Services
30/01/2026

Low Energy Silage in 2025: What It Means for Herd and Flock Performance

Results from over 1,000 new-season silage samples across Scotland are highlighting a significant nutritional challenge for the year ahead. Data compiled by SAC Consulting from 1,022 silage submissions in 2025 shows a widespread reduction in metabolisable energy (ME), with important implications for both cattle and sheep enterprises.…

SRUC Veterinary Services
30/01/2026