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  • Ehrlichia canis Add-on

    Test Code
    ADD05
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Ehrlichia canis Ab
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This is an add-on test code. This test detects antibodies (IgG) directed against Ehrlichia canis.

  • Ehrlichia/Anaplasma PCR (Canine)

    Test Code
    T980
    Results:
    2-4 days
    Component
    Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Anaplasma platys, Ehrlichia canis, Ehrlichia chaffeensis, Ehrlichia ewingii
    Specimen
    One or more of the following: 1.0 mL whole blood in lavender top tube, CSF in red top tube, or synovial fluid in red top or white top tube
    Test Description
    A highly sensitive and specific PCR panel used to evaluate for evidence of infection by Anaplasma phagocytophilum, Anaplasma platys, Ehrlichia canis, Ehrlichia chaffeensis, and Ehrlichia ewingii.

    A comprehensive PCR panel used when the clinical signs are suggestive of anaplasmosis or erhlichiosis.

  • Ehrlichiosis Serology Panel (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16900
    Results:
    1-7 days
    Component
    Ehrlichia canis, Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, Neorickettsia risticii Ab
    Specimen
    2.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluates for the presence of antibodies indicating exposure to Ehrlichia canis, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, and Neorickettsia risticii.

  • Electrolyte Screen

    Test Code
    T140
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    CL, NA, K, NA/K, bicarbonate, Anion Gap
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluation of Anion Gap, bicarbonate, Chloride (CL), Sodium (NA), Sodium/Potassium Ratio (NA/K), and Potassium (K).

  • Encephalitis Viral Panel Plus (Equine)

    Test Code
    S17500
    Results:
    10-14 days
    Component
    Equine Encephalitis Viral Panel, West Nile Virus Titer (PRNT), West Nile Virus IgM (ELISA), EHV1 Ab
    Specimen
    3.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Equine Encephalitis Viral Panel, West Nile Titer (PRNT & IgM ELISA), and Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1) Ab.

  • Encephalitozoon cuniculi IgG Ab

    Test Code
    S16877
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    Encephalitozoon cuniculi IgG
    Specimen
    0.1 mL serum in red top or white top tube

  • EPM IFAT Panel, Ratio Sarcofluor IFAT, Neofluor IFAT, EPM IFAT Ratio

    Test Code
    S14534
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Sarcofluor IFAT, Neofluor IFAT, EPM IFAT Ratio
    Specimen
    2.0 mL serum in red top tube or non-additive tube AND 2.0 mL CSF in red top or non-additive tube. Label samples accordingly.
    Submission of serum in serum separator tube is not recommended. Do not use anticoagulant for submission of CSF.
    Test Description
    This test is used to identify intrathecal production of antibody to S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as an indication of active disease within the CNS. This is more accurate for disease than serum testing alone that is only used for exposure.

  • EPM IFAT Panel, Sarcofluor IFAT, Neofluor IFAT

    Test Code
    S14533
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Sarcofluor IFAT, Neofluor IFAT
    Specimen
    Submit one of the following sample types:
    2.0 mL serum in red top or non-additive tube (submission in serum separator
    tube is not recommended);
    2.0 mL CSF in red top or non-additive tube (do not use anticoagulant).
    Label sample accordingly.
    Test Description
    This tests for exposure to S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as the causative agents of EPM. This test should be interpreted considering seroprevalence of EPM in the area where the horse resides. This test is more likely to be accurate in areas with lower seroprevalence of the disease.

  • EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA

    Test Code
    S14388
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube OR 1.0 mL CSF in red top tube. Label sample accordingly.
    Test Description
    Detection of the surface antigen proteins 2,4/3 in the serum or Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF).

    This test identifies exposure to S. neurona and does not confirm active disease. There is no correlation with the level of the titer and the likelihood of disease. A serum to CSF titer ratio is recommended for more definitive diagnosis (see code S14390).

    A negative test result makes EPM an unlikely cause of disease.

  • EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA Serum/CSF Ratio

    Test Code
    S14390
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA Serum/CSF Ratio
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube AND 1.0 mL CSF in red top tube. Label samples accordingly.
    Test Description
    This test is used to identify intrathecal production of antibody as an indication of active disease within the CNS. The specific antibody index is performed by utilizing a ratio of serum and Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) albumin to eliminate the effect of blood crossing into the CNS vs intrathecal antibody production.

  • EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA, N. hughesi ELISA

    Test Code
    S14392
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA, N. hughesi ELISA
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube OR 1.0 mL CSF in red top tube. Label sample accordingly.
    Test Description
    This tests for exposure of both S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as causative agents for EPM. This is an antibody test for exposure and not confirmation of active disease.

  • Equine Coronavirus PCR (ECoV)

    Test Code
    S14414
    Results:
    4-5 days
    Component
    ECoV
    Specimen
    5 to 10 grams of feces in Antech provided fecal container

  • Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1) PCR

    Test Code
    S14394
    Results:
    3-5 days
    Component
    EHV1 PCR
    Specimen
    One of the following specimens:
    5.0 mL EDTA whole blood in a lavender top tube;
    5.0 mL nasal wash in a conical tube;
    Nasal swab in a red top or white top tube (dry or in 0.5 mL sterile saline).
    Test Description
    Viral shedding from the respiratory tract and viremia can occur for up to 14 days. Recommend submitting BOTH nasal swab and EDTA whole blood to increase the chances of viral recovery.

  • Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) AGID

    Test Code
    L110
    Results:
    2-3 days
    Component
    Coggins AGID
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    – EIA testing submission must be accompanied by the currently accepted Federal VS 10-11 FEB 2018 or later official form.
    – All blocks of the official form must be completed.
    – Signed by the submitting veterinarian with a current Federal Category II Accreditation number.
    – Sample tube labeling must match official form by either horse’s name or tube number EXACTLY.

  • Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) AGID by GVL

    Test Code
    L111
    Results:
    2-3 days
    Component
    Coggins AGID by GVL
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube

  • Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) ELISA

    Test Code
    L120
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Coggins ELISA
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    – EIA testing submission must be accompanied by the currently accepted Federal VS 10-11 FEB 2018 or later official form.
    – All blocks of the official form must be completed.
    – Signed by the submitting veterinarian with a current Federal Category II Accreditation number.
    – Sample tube labeling must match official form by either horse’s name or tube number EXACTLY.

  • Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) ELISA by GVL

    Test Code
    L121
    Results:
    1-3 days
    Component
    Coggins ELISA by GVL
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    – Sample tube labeling must match official form by either patient’s name or tube number EXACTLY.
    – GVL submission form MUST be submitted with the sample.
    – EDTA plasma is NOT an acceptable sample and will preclude analysis.

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