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BattLab UK’s largest independently owned veterinary diagnostic laboratory.

We are dedicated to supporting veterinary professionals with a reliable, personal, and high-quality service that helps you make confident decisions for your patients.

🔬 FREE WEBINAR | Cytology Essentials: Getting the Most from Every SampleWe’re delighted to be teaming up with The Ralph ...
08/10/2026

🔬 FREE WEBINAR | Cytology Essentials: Getting the Most from Every Sample

We’re delighted to be teaming up with The Ralph for a FREE practical webinar exploring how to get the most from every cytology sample and avoid the common pitfalls along the way.

Join our very own Clinical Pathologist Francesco Cian on Wednesday 11 November, 6:30–7:30pm, for a practical exploration of cytology, from obtaining and preparing a good-quality sample through to understanding what the final report is telling you.

From lump to slide to diagnosis, discover how to get the most from every cytology sample and avoid the common pitfalls along the way.

We’ll look at how to turn cells into clinical clues, recognise common cytological patterns, and interpret reports with greater confidence. We’ll also explore the limitations of cytology and, importantly, how to recognise when it has said all it can say and further investigation is needed.

In this webinar, we’ll cover:
• Principles of sampling, smear preparation and staining
• How to assess sample quality
• Recognising basic cytological patterns
• How to read and interpret a cytology report
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
• When cytology is not enough, and what to consider next
Whether you’re collecting samples, preparing slides, reviewing results or discussing findings with carers, this session will provide practical guidance to help you get more from every cytology sample.

📅 Wednesday 11 November
⏰ 6:30–7:30pm
💻 Online
🎟️ FREE TO ATTEND

Register now to secure your place:
👉 https://Cytology.eventbrite.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you there!

🩸 Non-Regenerative Anaemia: Disasters, difficulties and setbacksAnaemia can be challenging to work up, particularly when...
24/09/2026

🩸 Non-Regenerative Anaemia: Disasters, difficulties and setbacks

Anaemia can be challenging to work up, particularly when there are no obvious signs of regeneration.

Join us for the next Laboklin at Night session with Dr. Jennifer von Luckner, Dipl. ECVIM-CA, who will discuss a structured approach to investigating non-regenerative anaemia and explore the role of iron metabolism in the diagnostic process.

Because iron deficiency isn’t always as straightforward as it might appear…

📅 Tuesday 20 October 2026

🕕 18:00–18:45 BST

💻 Online

💰 Free to attend

👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ecw99vtQ

A useful session for anyone looking to strengthen their approach to anaemia cases in practice.

📍 Vet Dynamics | Day 1We’re at the Birmingham Metropole today and tomorrow for Vet Dynamics!Brendan is at the Battlab st...
17/09/2026

📍 Vet Dynamics | Day 1

We’re at the Birmingham Metropole today and tomorrow for Vet Dynamics!

Brendan is at the Battlab stand and ready to meet veterinary professionals, catch up with existing clients and discuss how Battlab can support independent practices with their diagnostic needs.

If you’re attending, come and say hello 👋 and find out more about working with an independent veterinary laboratory.

We look forward to meeting you!

Day 2 at BEVA 2026 🐎We’re pleased to be continuing BEVA Congress 2026 today at the ICC Birmingham.Our BattLab/Laboklin t...
11/09/2026

Day 2 at BEVA 2026 🐎

We’re pleased to be continuing BEVA Congress 2026 today at the ICC Birmingham.

Our BattLab/Laboklin team on Stand B6 today is Momin Abbas, Charlotte Hoffmann-Timmol and Dr. Elisabeth Schmidt, who are looking forward to meeting delegates throughout the day.

Come and visit us to learn more about our equine diagnostic services, discuss your laboratory requirements and discover why BattLab/Laboklin is the laboratory of choice for many veterinary professionals.

We look forward to welcoming you to Stand B6.

🐴 Day 1 at BEVA 2026! 🎉

We’re all set up and ready to welcome you to Stand B6 at the ICC Birmingham.

Today, Brendan Cullingworth and Charlotte Hoffmann-Timmol will be at the stand and would love to meet you, hear about your diagnostic needs and chat about how BattLab can support your practice.

📍 Stand B6 | ICC Birmingham
🐎 BEVA Congress 2026

Come along, say hello and find out more about our equine diagnostic services and laboratory support.

We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

🐴 Day 1 at BEVA 2026! 🎉We’re all set up and ready to welcome you to Stand B6 at the ICC Birmingham.Today, Brendan Cullin...
10/09/2026

🐴 Day 1 at BEVA 2026! 🎉

We’re all set up and ready to welcome you to Stand B6 at the ICC Birmingham.

Today, Brendan Cullingworth and Charlotte Hoffmann-Timmol will be at the stand and would love to meet you, hear about your diagnostic needs and chat about how BattLab can support your practice.

📍 Stand B6 | ICC Birmingham
🐎 BEVA Congress 2026

Come along, say hello and find out more about our equine diagnostic services and laboratory support.

We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

🔬 Cytology of the Liver – Cells, Secrets and SurprisesJoin us for the next Laboklin at Night session with our very own p...
07/09/2026

🔬 Cytology of the Liver – Cells, Secrets and Surprises

Join us for the next Laboklin at Night session with our very own pathologist, Dr Francesco Cian, DVM Dip.ECVCP FRCPath FRCVS.

Francesco will take us through the practical side of liver and spleen cytology, covering how to recognise normal findings, identify abnormalities and interpret common cytological patterns.

Using real clinical cases, he’ll share practical diagnostic tips and highlight some of the classic traps that can catch you out when assessing liver and spleen samples.

Whether you’re new to cytology or simply looking for a refresher, this is a great opportunity to build confidence in what you see under the microscope — with expert guidance from Francesco.

📅 Tuesday 22 September 2026
🕖 18:00 - 18:45 BST
💻 Online | Free to attend

👉 Register here:
https://short.laboklin.com/0922-lan-elint

We hope you can join us! 🧫🔬

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾Today we’re celebrating the dogs behind the BattLab team! 🐶💙We asked our team to share a...
26/08/2026

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐾

Today we’re celebrating the dogs behind the BattLab team! 🐶💙

We asked our team to share a photo of their own four-legged family members, and here are some of the lovely faces keeping us company outside of the lab.

Dogs are a huge part of both our personal and professional lives. Working in veterinary diagnostics means we’re proud to play a part in supporting veterinary teams caring for canine patients every day.

From routine haematology and biochemistry to cytology, PCR testing and more, our diagnostic services are here to support you and your patients.

Happy International Dog Day from the BattLab team – and our dogs! 🐾💙

🌞 Summer Bank HolidayA quick reminder that BattLab will be closed on Monday 31st August for the Summer Bank Holiday.We’l...
26/08/2026

🌞 Summer Bank Holiday

A quick reminder that BattLab will be closed on Monday 31st August for the Summer Bank Holiday.

We’ll be back as usual on Tuesday 1st September.

Please keep the bank holiday in mind when sending samples to us, particularly those that are time-sensitive. If you’re unsure about storing samples over the weekend, give the office a call for advice, or feel free to ask us for a copy of our Sample Storage FAQ sheet, which has all the information you need. 🧪

We hope you all have a lovely bank holiday weekend! 🐾💜

🦎 New in-house PCR: Devriesea agamarumWe’re pleased to announce that Devriesea agamarum PCR is now tested in-house, with...
19/08/2026

🦎 New in-house PCR: Devriesea agamarum

We’re pleased to announce that Devriesea agamarum PCR is now tested in-house, with results available in just 1–3 working days.

Devriesea agamarum is a bacterium associated with dermatitis in lizards, particularly bearded dragons and other agamid species.

Clinical signs can include crusting, scaling, skin discolouration, thickening and ulcerative skin lesions.

🔬 Sample types: scabs, scales, skin scrapings, plain swab or tissue.

If you’re unsure which sample is most appropriate for your case, please get in touch with our team – we’re happy to help.

⏰ 5 days left!Just a reminder to get your applications in before the deadline 👇
14/08/2026

⏰ 5 days left!

Just a reminder to get your applications in before the deadline 👇

⏰ 5 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! ✈️🐾

Dreaming of taking your veterinary journey beyond your own country?

The FECAVA Laboklin Travel Scholarship could help make it happen! Every year, 2 European veterinarians receive €1,000 to support travel to a conference, specialist centre, or colleague in another European country. 🇪🇺

✨ How to apply?
Simply send:
🎥 A 30–60 second video about yourself and your travel plans
📄 Proof that you are a European veterinarian

📅 Deadline: 18 August 2026
📩 Submit your application to: [email protected]

The scholarship recipients will be announced at the WSAVA–PSAVA–FECAVA World Congress 2026.

So… what are you waiting for? Your next veterinary adventure could be just one application away! 🐶🐱

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University Of Warwick Science Park, The Venture Centre, Sir William Lyons Road
Coventry
CV47EZ

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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0247 632 3275

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