Bioguard Corporation proudly participated in the 18th VPAT Regional Veterinary Congress (VRVC) 2026, held from June 7–10, 2026, in Bangkok, Thailand. Bringing together veterinary professionals, researchers, and industry leaders from across the region, VRVC 2026 provided an important platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaboration.
With a foundation rooted in Taiwan’s first ISO/IEC 17025-accredited animal disease testing laboratory, Bioguard continues to advance veterinary diagnostics by providing innovative solutions that support accurate diagnosis, informed treatment decisions, and improved animal healthcare. During the event, Bioguard connected with veterinarians, partners, and industry professionals through product demonstrations and discussions on how its diagnostic technologies can enhance clinical workflows and evidence-based decision-making
miniAST: Supporting Faster, Smarter Antibiotic Decisions
As Bioguard’s latest innovation, miniAST represents the company’s continued commitment to advancing veterinary diagnostics by providing faster and smarter antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST) solutions.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) remains a significant challenge in veterinary medicine. Timely and accurate antimicrobial susceptibility information enables veterinarians to select appropriate treatments while supporting responsible antibiotic use.
Designed for veterinary clinics, miniAST provides actionable antimicrobial susceptibility results, helping veterinarians make evidence-based antibiotic decisions without the long waiting times associated with traditional workflows.
Key advantages of miniAST include:
- Results in as little as 6 hours to support timely treatment decisions
- 92% categorical agreement compared with reference methods
- Automated 2-sample interpretation for efficient result analysis
- Dual-sample testing capability, improving workflow efficiency in busy veterinary clinics.
- Support for antimicrobial stewardship through informed antibiotic selection
Showcasing Bioguard’s Comprehensive Diagnostic Portfolio in Thailand
Beyond miniAST, Bioguard, together with its Thailand partner, also introduced its complete portfolio of veterinary diagnostic solutions available in Thailand, including:
- Qmini Real-Time PCR Analyzer — Rapid and accurate veterinary PCR diagnostics, including specialized testing panels for exotic pets
- miniCHEM Veterinary Chemistry & Coagulation Analyzer — Supporting comprehensive patient assessment through on-site biochemical and coagulation testing
- Veterinary Rapid Test Series — Convenient screening solutions for efficient clinical evaluation
In addition to supporting companion animal healthcare, Bioguard is expanding its market development efforts in exotic animal diagnostics, providing veterinarians with reliable testing solutions for a broader range of species. Through the Qmini Real-Time PCR Analyzer, Bioguard offers more than 10 molecular testing items for exotic animal pathogens, including Parrot Bornavirus and Rabbit Encephalitozoon cuniculi, among others. Complementing molecular diagnostics, Bioguard’s Veterinary Rapid Test portfolio also includes rapid screening options for exotic animals, such as Candida albicans Ag and Salmonella Ag.
Together, these technologies form Bioguard’s integrated diagnostic ecosystem, supporting veterinarians from rapid screening and pathogen detection to treatment monitoring and therapeutic decision-making.
Supporting Veterinary Professionals Across Asia-Pacific
Bioguard sincerely thanks all veterinarians, partners, and visitors who connected with the team at VRVC 2026 and shared valuable insights into the future of veterinary practice.
Through continuous innovation and collaboration, Bioguard remains committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic solutions that enhance clinical efficiency, strengthen antimicrobial stewardship, and contribute to better animal healthcare.
Together with veterinary professionals across Thailand and the Asia-Pacific region, Bioguard continues to advance the future of veterinary diagnostics.
📌 Note for Veterinarians:
Bioguard’s veterinary diagnostic solutions are available exclusively to licensed veterinarians and veterinary hospitals.
📩 How to Order miniAST
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