Rapid infectious disease test Sabervet

veterinaryfor caninesEhrlichia

SaberVet Canine Ehrlichia/Anaplasma Antibody Rapid Test offered by Antigenne is a lateral flow immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of specific antibody from Canine Ehrlichia/Anaplasma (C.EHR/C.ANA ) in canine whole blood , serum or plasma samples . The test is useful for determination of C.EHR and C.ANA infection. Description Canine Ehrlichiosis, Babesia gilbertii and Anaplasma canis are three common tick-borne diseases in dogs. Canine Ehrlichiosis, Babesia gilbertii and Canine Anaplasma in Common Transmission route: All are transmitted through tick bites. Clinical symptoms: All may cause systemic symptoms such as fever, lethargy, loss of appetite and weight loss. Both may cause anemia and enlarged lymph nodes. Geographic Distribution: Globally distributed, especially common in areas where ticks are active. Differences between Ehrlichia canis, Babesia gilbertii and Anaplasma canis Pathogen Canine Ehrlichiosis: caused by Ehrlichia canis. Babesia gibsoni: caused by Babesia gibsoni. Canine Anaplasma disease: caused by Anaplasma. Specific symptoms Canine Ehrlichiosis: Characteristic symptoms include nosebleeds, bleeding tendencies, and eye problems (e.g., uveitis). Babesia gilberti: the main signs are severe anemia, jaundice, renal insufficiency and splenomegaly. Canine Anaplasma disease: similar to Babesia gilbertii but usually with milder symptoms including acute anemia and jaundice. Diagnostic approach Canine ehrlichia test Blood smear test: blood smears can be observed for Ehrlichia. PCR test: detects Ehrlichia DNA with high sensitivity and specificity. Serologic testing: detects anti-Ehrlichia antibodies.