Veterinary assay kit SVANOVIR EHV1/EHV4-Ab

for equinesfoalfor equine herpesvirus

Product Overview
The SVANOVIR EHV1/EHV4-Ab is an indirect ELISA designed for the detection and differentiation of specific antibodies to Equine Herpesvirus type 1 (EHV-1) and type 4 (EHV-4) in equine serum and plasma samples. This assay is validated by the University of Kentucky and the University of Melbourne, confirming its effectiveness in managing EHV-positive horses during outbreaks, tournaments, and race meetings.

Features and Benefits

• Highly accurate and valuable tool for detecting EHV-1 infection in EHV-4 positive horses
• The only serological test to differentiate between EHV-1 and EHV-4
• Excellent for screening maternal antibodies in foals to predict optimal vaccination timing
• Allows risk-classification of mares into EHV-1 exposed and susceptible groups
• Developed in collaboration with the Centre for Equine Virology, University of Melbourne
• Approved by the University of Kentucky as an easy-to-use tool offering rapid results

About Equine Herpesvirus
The Equine Herpesviruses type 1 (EHV-1) and 4 (EHV-4) are ubiquitous pathogens affecting horse populations worldwide. Despite widespread vaccination, EHV-1 and EHV-4 infections remain a permanent risk. EHV-1 can cause severe respiratory infection, abortions, neonatal foal death, and myeloencephalopathy, while EHV-4 primarily causes respiratory disease. Both types can establish lifelong latent infections with recurrent reactivation.
Discriminating between antibodies to the two types is crucial for detecting EHV-1 exposure and preventing unnecessary sanitation and quarantine procedures for EHV-4 cases. Antibodies to EHV are highly cross-reactive, necessitating highly specific tests for accurate discrimination.

Regulatory and Availability Information
For up-to-date licensing information and product-specific disclaimers, refer to the respective handbook or user manual. Assays are for veterinary use only. Regulatory requirements vary by country; product may not be available in all geographic areas. PCR and ELISA kits availability/distribution: Outside the U.S. and Canada.

References

• Crabb, B. S., MacPherson, C. M., Reubel, G. H., Browning, G. F., Studdert, M. J., Drummer, H. E. (1995): A type-specific serological test to distinguish antibodies to equine herpesviruses 4 and 1. Arch. Virol. 140, 245-258.
• Hartley CA, Wilks CR, Studdert MJ, Gilkerson JR. (2005): Comparison of antibody detection assays for the diagnosis of equine herpesvirus 1 and 4 infections in horses. Am J Vet Res. 66, 921-8.

Characteristics / Technical Specifications

• Pathogen type: Virus
• Product type: Ready-to-use assay
• Species: Equine
• Pathogen investigated: Equine Herpesvirus (EHV)
• Technology: ELISA
• Format: 2 ELISA plates
• Cat. No.: SV-104901