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New Equine Virus (NEV) Status & Viral load

    Pathogen test Diagnostic Profile: This test determines both the NEV status (serology) and the current viral load (molecular). Components: Includes...

    €200.00

      Sample RequirementsSample Requirements

      5 mL - blood - serum tube and 5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube or 5 mL - Liquor (CSF).

      Send your sample by regular mail or express delivery to:

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

      Turnaround TimeTurnaround Time

      5 to 10 working days

      About the testAbout the test

      This diagnostic profile combines serology and molecular testing to determine both the NEV exposure status and the current viral load.

      The profile includes:

      • NEV serological test to detect antibodies against NEV.
      • NEV molecular test to assess active infection and viral load.
      Why test?Why test?

      This diagnostic profile helps to:

      • Determine exposure to NEV.
      • Assess active infection through viral load testing.
      • Support disease monitoring.
      • Assist veterinarians in clinical decision-making.
      • Evaluate disease progression over time.
      How it worksHow 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 sample.

      📄 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.

      ResultsResults
      • If your horse is NEV negative :Testing shows that your horse doesn’t have NEV. Continue taking steps to keep your horse safe from getting NEV
      •  If your horse is NEV positive :

      Testing shows that your horse does have NEV, but you can still take steps to protect your horse´s health.

      NEV viral load test indicates the transmitting risk.

      • An undetectable viral load means that the NEV level in the blood is too low to be detected by a viral load test. Horses with NEV who maintain and undetectable viral load have effectively no risk of transmitting NEV to NEV  negative horses. 

      Take action - Find the suggested next steps based on results

      If your horse is NEV positive

      • Begin by talking to your veterinarian about therapies to boost the immune system of your horse as well about antiretroviral therapy (ART).
      • Monitoring of NEV viral load levels is crucial to evaluate disease progression and risk.Like with HIV, ART can’t cure NEV, but can help your horse to live a longer and healthier life. The main goal of ART is to reduce your horse’s viral load to an undetectable level.
      Additional informationAdditional information

      The New Equine Virus (NEV) is a horse lentivirus distinctive from Swamp fever virus (EIAV) and similar to HIV-1. Like in HIV infected humans NEV attacks the immune system and natural defence against illness.

      A horse infected with NEV will get weaker and weaker until it can no longer fight off life threatening infections and diseases.

      The rate at which NEV progresses varies depending on age, general health and genetic background.

      FAQsFAQs

      Which samples are required?

      The profile requires serum for serology and blood (K3 EDTA) or CSF for molecular testing.

      What does the profile include?

      It combines a serological test and a molecular viral load assay.

      What is the difference between serology and molecular testing?

      Serology detects antibodies indicating exposure, while molecular testing detects viral genetic material associated with active infection.

      How long does it take to receive the results?

      Results are available within 5 to 10 working days after sample arrival at the laboratory.

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