Respiratory signs profile

Pathogen profile Screening of 5 pathogens responsible for respiratory disease in equines: EHV-1, EHV-4, Equine Influenza, Rhodococcus equi (Pneumonia), and...

€150.00

Sample Requirements

1 nasopharyngeal swab ( see AAEP guidelines) and 5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube

Send your sample by regular mail or express delivery to:

Equigerminal Lab HIESE
Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro Nº25
3230-343 Penela, Portugal

Turnaround Time

2 to 5 working days

About the test

This respiratory pathogen profile screens for 5 major infectious agents associated with respiratory disease in horses:

Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1)
Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4)
Equine Influenza Virus
Rhodococcus equi
Streptococcus equi (Strangles)

Our laboratory is approved by the FEI for EHV-1 testing.

Why test?

This profile is recommended to:

Identify the most common pathogens causing equine respiratory disease.
Differentiate between viral and bacterial respiratory infections.
Support rapid diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Reduce disease transmission through early detection.
Assist in biosecurity management during outbreaks, transport and competitions.

How it works

🛒 Purchase the Test: Select and buy the test online.

📧 Receive Instructions: After payment confirmation, receive instructions for sample collection.

✨ Sample Collection: Your veterinarian collects the required samples.

📄 Download Submission Form: Download the printable submission form.

📮 Send Samples: Send your samples by regular mail or express delivery to:

Equigerminal Lab HIESE
Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro Nº25
3230-343 Penela, Portugal

📄 Receive Results: Get your laboratory report by email.

Clinical signs

Respiratory disease may present with fever, nasal discharge, coughing, enlarged lymph nodes, poor performance and respiratory distress. Because these signs are shared by several pathogens, laboratory testing is essential for an accurate diagnosis.

Results

Each pathogen included in the panel is reported individually as Detected or Not Detected. Results should be interpreted together with clinical signs and veterinary examination.

Additional information

Respiratory diseases are among the most common infectious conditions affecting horses. Because many respiratory pathogens produce similar clinical signs, laboratory testing is essential to identify the causative agent and implement appropriate treatment and biosecurity measures.

FAQs

Which pathogens are included in this profile?

The panel detects EHV-1, EHV-4, Equine Influenza Virus, Rhodococcus equi and Streptococcus equi.

Which horses should be tested?

Any horse showing respiratory signs such as fever, nasal discharge, coughing or enlarged lymph nodes, or horses involved in suspected outbreaks.

What samples are required?

One nasopharyngeal swab and one 5 mL blood sample collected in a K3 EDTA tube.

Is the laboratory FEI approved?

Yes. Equigerminal is an FEI-approved laboratory for EHV-1 testing.

When will I receive my results?

Results are available within 2 to 5 working days after sample arrival at the laboratory.