Ergot/Fescue Alkaloids in Feedstuff

Test informationDetails
Lab sectionToxicology
Test descriptionHPLC quantitation of ergovaline, the primary ergopeptine
alkaloid associated with toxic endophyte
(Neotyphodium coenophialum)-infected tall fescue and also
a minor product of ergot. Test also includes the quantitation of the five ergopeptine alkaloids (ergosine, ergotamine, ergocornine, ergocryptine, ergocristine) that are generally associated with Claviceps purpurea (ergot)
SpeciesNot applicable
Submission informationDetails
Sample typeFeedstuffs
ContainerSealed leak-proof container (Ziploc bag preferred)
Special submission instructions
  • Representative sampling is essential.
  • Provide 250-450 grams (0.5-1 lb.) of sample; quart-size bag of grains (corn, wheat, rye, etc.) or gallon-size bag of forages (hay, grass, silage, etc.).
  • If only a small sample is available for testing, contact the lab prior to shipping.
Turnaround time4-8 business days