Kerbl Milk Test Fluid

Kerbl Milk Test Fluid

Kerbl Milk Test Fluid

Kerbl CMT Fluid – Precision Reagent for Cow‑Side Mastitis Testing

Kerbl milk test fluid is a ready-to-use purple reagent designed for California Mastitis Test (CMT) paddles. When mixed with milk, it interacts with somatic cell DNA to form a gel, indicating subclinical mastitis before clinical signs appear.

This 1 L pack ensures reliable on-farm monitoring of udder health. It’s crucial for dairies aiming to reduce somatic cell count and prevent bulk-tank contamination.

Key Features & Benefits

• Gel-based detection of elevated somatic cell counts (SCC) using standard CMT paddles

• Clear and sensitive—reacts quickly with milk under 15 seconds

• Suitable for cows and sheep—versatile farm use.

• Full-size 1 L volume—standard size for farm usage, also available in 5 L canisters.

How It Works

1. Fill paddle wells with 2–5 ml of foremilk per teat.

2. Add equal volume of Kerbl CMT fluid.

3. Gently swirl paddle for 10–20 seconds.

4. Interpret results:

   • No gel = healthy (<200k SCC)

   • Increasing gel = positive, indicating mastitis risk (>200k SCC)

When to Use

Use this reagent regularly:

• When routine SCC monitoring indicates elevated tank counts

• In individual quarter testing (e.g., new mastitis cases)

• At drying-off to guide selective dry-cow therapy

• To validate treatment effectiveness post-intervention

1 Litre