The innovative TypiFix^TM diagnostic ear tag fills an important gap in consumer protection by combining traceability with diagnostics. The award-winning diagnostic ear tag, developed by IDnostics AG, a division of Prionics, offers sample collection, sample conservation, animal identification and sample identification in one system.

The award winning diagnostic ear tag TypiFix^TM extracts a tissue sample at the same time as the animal is labeled with the ear tag. The ear tissue is conserved at extraction and a farmer can then send it to the laboratory for analysis easily and cost effectively by mail. The particular mummification technique ensures that a TypiFix^TM sample can be stored at room temperature for years and be easily traced back from "the fork to the farm". With a TypiFix^TM sample, it is possible to perform various diagnostic tests including the detection of viral diseases and for animal breeding purposes.

"There are various potential applications for TypiFix^TM", says Product Manager, Dr. Marta Aguirre. "This is what makes the system so attractive. The product fills an important gap in consumer protection by combining traceability with diagnostics."

IDnostics a Prionics Company
IDnostics AG is a newly formed affiliate of Prionics, specializing in novel animal identification and food safety solutions. IDnostics most important product, TypiFix^TM, has sales of over one hundred thousand units worldwide with excellent test results. IDnostics profits from the comprehensive know how and strong network of Prionics which is known for its expertise in farm animal diagnostics.