Canine Ehrlichia – Lyme – Anaplasma – Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit

The Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit is a veterinary diagnostic tool used to detect the bacteria or parasites that cause these diseases in dogs. This ready-to-use test uses a blood, serum, or plasma sample and quickly delivers results within 5 to 10 minutes.

This kit tests for four different diseases: canine ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, canine anaplasmosis, and heartworm disease. Canine ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, and canine anaplasmosis are typically tick-borne diseases, while heartworm disease is often spread by mosquitoes. The symptoms of these illnesses are quite similar, so diagnostic testing is an essential tool for determining an appropriate treatment plan.

Canine Ehrlichia, which may also be called ehrlichiosis, is caused by the Ehrlichia species of bacteria, including Ehrlichia canis, Ehrlichia chaffeensis and Ehrlichia ewingii. Ehrlichia is more common in hot and humid environments and is often spread by ticks like the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus) and the bont tick (Amblyomma hebraeum).

Lyme disease in dogs is typically caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria, which is most commonly spread by the Ixodes species of ticks.

Canine anaplasmosis, which is also called canine granulocytic anaplasmosis (CGA), is a tick-borne disease which affects the white blood cells in dogs. It is caused by the bacteria Anaplasma phagocytophilum, which can be spread by many types of ticks, brown dog tick, the African buffalo tick, and many of the Ixodes species of ticks.

Heartworm disease in dogs is caused by a parasite caused Dirofilaria immitis, which is spread by mosquitoes. It is prevalent in warm and humid climates and tropical areas with high mosquito populations.

The Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit is a lateral flow immunochromatographic assay. It works by detecting antibodies against the Ehrlichia, Borrelia, and Anaplasma bacteria and detecting antigens due to the Dirofilaria immitis parasite.

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Specimen

For this test, it is advised to collect canine fresh whole blood or to separate serum/plasma from the dog's blood as soon as possible in order to prevent hemolysis.

The specimen should be tested immediately after collection. If this is not possible, then the specimen should be refrigerated at 2 to 8 °C.

Using a capillary tube or dropper, the sample should be placed onto the designated spot on the cassette. Subsequently, the appropriate amount of the provided buffer dilution should be added to the cassette to initiate the test.

Form

Cassette is a container made of plastic that encloses a test strip. Each cassette has a specific area for sample application and a result window.

The test strip inside of the cassette has reagents that identify the occurrence of canine ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, heartworm disease, or Lyme disease in dog's serum or plasma, and produces a measurable signal, either positive, negative, or invalid, as indicated by lines on the test strip.

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What is a Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit used for?

It's used to detect antibodies from Ehrlichia canis, Ehrlichia ewingii, Borrelia burgdorferi, Anaplasma phagocytophilum/platys, and Dirofilaria immitis.

What animals can be tested with Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit?

It's recommended for canine species.

How is a Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kit used?

This diagnostic test uses a sample, which is administered to a test strip on the cassette for a result. If possible, the specimen should be tested immediately after collection. If immediate testing is not available, then keep the specimen may be refrigerated (2-8°C). The test components and specimen should be at room temperature before testing. Refer to the insert/packaging to confirm the exact methodology, steps and interpretation of results.

How should Canine Ehrlichia - Lyme - Anaplasma - Heartworm 4-Combo Test Kits be stored?

This product should be stored between 2-20°C in a dark location. Do not leave the kit in direct sunlight. Do not freeze this product.