{"title":"All","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"high-health-high-performance-horse-profile","title":"High Health High Performance Horse Profile","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" name=\"viewport\"\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Ensure your horse's high health and performance with our comprehensive diagnostic profile. Includes tests for Equine Infectious Anemia Virus (EIAV), Babesia caballi, and Theileria equi. 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This profile includes three tests that follow ISO17025 standards, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTests Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquine Infectious Anemia Virus (EIAV), AGID - Coggins Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBabesia caballi, C-ELISA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheileria equi, C-ELISA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTest Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePathogens Detected:\u003c\/strong\u003e EIAV, Babesia caballi, and Theileria equi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mL of blood, serum, or plasma collected in a dry or EDTA tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Processing: Results within 2-5 working days after sample receipt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Profile?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis diagnostic profile is essential for maintaining high health and performance in horses. It includes comprehensive testing for Equine Infectious Anemia Virus, Babesia caballi, and Theileria equi, ensuring early detection and management of these critical health conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('how-it-works')\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable\" id=\"how-it-works\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛒 \u003cstrong\u003ePurchase the Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select and buy the test online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📧 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e After payment confirmation, receive instructions for sample collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSample Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your veterinarian collects the sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eDownload Submission Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download the printable submission form \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/Pathogen_form.pdf?v=1719770781\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📮 \u003cstrong\u003eSend Samples:\u003c\/strong\u003e Send to our lab by regular mail or express delivery to:\u003cbr\u003eEquigerminal Lab\u003cbr\u003eRua Eduardo Correia, Nº13\u003cbr\u003e3030-507 Coimbra, PORTUGAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get the result certificate by email. If you need assistance, contact us at support@equigerminal.pt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('more-info')\"\u003eView More Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable\" id=\"more-info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more detailed information on this diagnostic profile, including sample collection and submission instructions, please visit our website or contact our support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/equigerminal.shop\/pages\/equine-piroplasmosis-diagnosis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVisit our detailed diagnosis page\u003c\/a\u003e for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('faq-details')\"\u003eView FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"expandable\" id=\"faq-details\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do the tests work?\u003c\/strong\u003e The profile includes the AGID (Coggins) test for EIAV, and cELISA tests for Babesia caballi and Theileria equi, following ISO17025 standards for high accuracy and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat types of samples are required for the tests?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 mL of blood, serum, or plasma collected in a dry or EDTA tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to get the test results?\u003c\/strong\u003e The turnaround time is 2-5 working days after the sample is received in the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should be done if a horse tests positive?\u003c\/strong\u003e Horses that test positive should be isolated to prevent the spread of the disease. 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As a national reference laboratory, Equigerminal is dedicated to providing the most accurate diagnostic services for Equine Piroplasmosis, a tick-borne disease caused by \u003ci\u003eBabesia caballi\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTheileria equi\u003c\/i\u003e. At Equigerminal we follow ISO17025 standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur facility offers reliable cELISA tests to detect antibodies against these pathogens, ensuring your horses' health and compliance with international trade standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePTE019\/6 cELISA test to detect antibodies against \u003cem\u003eBabesia caballi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePTE020\/6 cELISA test to detect antibodies against \u003cem\u003eTheileria equi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTest Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePathogens Detected:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antibodies against \u003ci\u003eBabesia caballi\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTheileria equi\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mL of blood, serum, or plasma collected in a dry or EDTA tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Processing: Results within 2-5 working days after sample receipt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Choose the cELISA Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cELISA test is ideal for detecting chronic or inapparent infections, routine screening, and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. It detects antibodies (IgG) 21 days post-exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-it-works\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛒 \u003cstrong\u003ePurchase the Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select and buy the test online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📧 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e After payment confirmation, receive instructions for sample collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSample Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your veterinarian collects the sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eDownload Submission Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download the printable submission form \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/SubmissionFormNewAddress.pdf?v=1724262218\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📮 \u003cstrong\u003eSend Samples:\u003c\/strong\u003e Send to our lab by regular mail or express delivery to:\u003cbr\u003eEquigerminal Lab\u003cbr\u003eRua Pedro Nunes, IPN Incubadora, Edifício C\u003cbr\u003e3030-199 Coimbra, PORTUGAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get the result certificate by email. If you need assistance, contact us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@equigerminal.pt\"\u003esupport@equigerminal.pt\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\"\u003eView More Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more-info\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more detailed information on the cELISA test for Equine Piroplasmosis, including sample collection and submission instructions, please visit our website or contact our support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/equigerminal.shop\/pages\/equine-piroplasmosis-diagnosis\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVisit our detailed diagnosis page\u003c\/a\u003e for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\"\u003eView FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-details\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the cELISA test work?\u003c\/strong\u003e The cELISA test detects antibodies to \u003ci\u003eBabesia caballi\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTheileria equi\u003c\/i\u003e, providing high sensitivity and specificity for identifying chronic or inapparent infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat types of samples are required for the test?\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mL of blood, serum, or plasma collected in a dry or EDTA tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to get the test results?\u003c\/strong\u003e The turnaround time is 2-5 working days after the sample is received in the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should be done if a horse tests positive for Piroplasmosis?\u003c\/strong\u003e Horses that test positive should be isolated to prevent the spread of the disease. Follow biosecurity measures and consult with a veterinarian for appropriate treatment and management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow can Piroplasmosis be prevented?\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevention involves testing and controlling tick exposure, using repellents, acaricides, and regular inspections, controlling and eradicating the tick vector, and quarantining EP-positive animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41990671892630,"sku":"","price":74.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/PiroplasmosiscELISAUSDAaproved.png?v=1719777573"},{"product_id":"equine-infectious-anemia-agid-coggins-t","title":"Equine Infectious Anemia - Coggins test, AGID","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is one of the internationally imposed tests in the import\/export of live equines or semen\/ova and embryos intended for assisted reproduction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ePTE029\/7 AGID test (Coggins test) to detect antibodies against equine infectious anemia \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Infectious Anaemia is a disease listed in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code and countries are obligated to report the occurrence of the disease according to the OIE Code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Infectious Anemia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine infectious anemia is a very old viral disease that affects horses, asses, mules and hinnies worldwide. It is subject to tight controls in the import\/export of live equines and their products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis infection may have an acute, chronic or sub-clinical (silent) phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eacute phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by intermittent fever associated with depression, lethargy, increased heart and breathing rates, haemorrhaging, diarrhoea with blood, bleeding wounds that won’t heal, lack of coordination and rapid weight loss. It can also cause petechial haemorrhages of the mucous membranes and general oedema more evident in the legs and jaundice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003echronic phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by recurrent episodes of fever, anaemia and thrombocytopenia (decrease of blood platelets) interspersed with periods of normality. These episodes will be spread out over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis disease is often fatal during the acute or chronic phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the animal survive the acute and chronic phase, it enters a silent phase with no evident signs of illness for the remainder of its life. In this silent phase the virus persists but the clinical signs are only manifest if the immune system is weakened by another disease, stress or the administration of corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEIA is caused by a lentivirus of the HIV family, the equine infectious anaemia virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can be passed from one horse to another through fly, or more rarely, mosquito bites, or by direct contact with blood or blood derivative products (serum and\/or plasma). Such as, for example, by: sharing objects contaminated with infected blood (needles, branding tools, etc).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can also be passed down from mare to foal via the placenta or, more rarely, in the mother’s colostrum or milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentially, the virus can be transmitted by semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no treatment, cure or vaccine for this infection. Prevention is crucial to avoid it being passed on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerological tests for EIA must be done for any horse with anaemia and thrombocytopenia of unknown origin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular tests must be done on a yearly basis to keep the holding free from EIA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is advisable to test studs and brood mares every 90 days in the breeding period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29391952248876,"sku":"","price":32.52,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EIAV_Coggins.png?v=1571168839"},{"product_id":"equine-infectious-anemia-elisa","title":"Equine Infectious Anemia, ELISA","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe ELISA test it can, in some cases, replace the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/equigerminal.myshopify.com\/admin\/themes\/73319874604\/editor#\/products\/equine-infectious-anemia-agid-coggins-t\"\u003eCoggins Test\u003c\/a\u003e, the official test required for trade\/import\/ export of horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTE018\/2 ELISA test to detect antibodies against equine infectious anemia virus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEquine Infectious Anaemia is a disease listed in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code and countries are obligated to report the occurrence of the disease according to the OIE Code.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL of blood collected in a dry tube or 2 mL of sera. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #c739d2; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard processing\u003c\/b\u003e - Results in 2-5 working days after sample arrival at the laboratory. Clients organise and support the costs of sending the samples to the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREMIUM processing\u003c\/b\u003e - Results in 5 hours after sample arrival. Includes free express delivery** . The laboratory organises Express shipping with pick-up of the package at the client's address and delivery at the laboratory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e** PREMIUM SERVICES INCLUDE AN EXPRESS SHIPPING DELIVERY FOR EUROPEAN COUNTRIES FROM NON REMOTE REGIONS.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tnt.com\/dam\/tnt_express_media\/global_media_library\/New_Site_Structure\/Home_Page\/HelpCentre\/Postcodes.pdf\"\u003eCheck here to know if you are in a remote European region.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor remote regions EXTRA fees are applied.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Infectious Anemia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine infectious anemia is a very old viral disease that affects horses, asses, mules and hinnies worldwide. It is subject to tight controls in the import\/export of live equines and their products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis infection may have an acute, chronic or sub-clinical (silent) phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eacute phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by intermittent fever associated with depression, lethargy, increased heart and breathing rates, haemorrhaging, diarrhoea with blood, bleeding wounds that won’t heal, lack of coordination and rapid weight loss. It can also cause petechial haemorrhages of the mucous membranes and general oedema more evident in the legs and jaundice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echronic phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by recurrent episodes of fever, anaemia and thrombocytopenia (decrease of blood platelets) interspersed with periods of normality. These episodes will be spread out over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis disease is often fatal during the acute or chronic phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the animal survive the acute and chronic phase, it enters a silent phase with no evident signs of illness for the remainder of its life. In this silent phase the virus persists but the clinical signs are only manifest if the immune system is weakened by another disease, stress or the administration of corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEIA is caused by a lentivirus of the HIV family, the equine infectious anaemia virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can be passed from one horse to another through fly, or more rarely, mosquito bites, or by direct contact with blood or blood derivative products (serum and\/or plasma). Such as, for example, by: sharing objects contaminated with infected blood (needles, branding tools, etc).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can also be passed down from mare to foal via the placenta or, more rarely, in the mother’s colostrum or milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentially, the virus can be transmitted by semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no treatment, cure or vaccine for this infection. Prevention is crucial to avoid it being passed on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerological tests for EIA must be done for any horse with anaemia and thrombocytopenia of unknown origin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular tests must be done on a yearly basis to keep the holding free from EIA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is advisable to test studs and brood mares every 90 days in the breeding period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Standard processing - Results in 2-5 d","offer_id":41990826852502,"sku":"","price":30.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"PREMIUM processing - Results in 5h \u0026 Free Express delivery","offer_id":41990826885270,"sku":"","price":67.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EIAVELISAtest.png?v=1659306566"},{"product_id":"equine-infectious-anemia-rt-qpcr","title":"Equine Infectious Anemia RTqPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RT-qPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the genome (RNA) of the Equine Infectious Anaemia Virus (EIAV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis method is used when there are positive\/conflicting results on serologic tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eConfirmation of early infection, before serum antibodies to EIAV develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEquine Infectious Anaemia is a disease listed in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code and countries are obligated to report the occurrence of the disease according to the OIE Code.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 mL - frozen semen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eor others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Infectious Anemia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine infectious anemia is a very old viral disease that affects horses, asses, mules and hinnies worldwide. It is subject to tight controls in the import\/export of live equines and their products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis infection may have an acute, chronic or sub-clinical (silent) phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eacute phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by intermittent fever associated with depression, lethargy, increased heart and breathing rates, haemorrhaging, diarrhoea with blood, bleeding wounds that won’t heal, lack of coordination and rapid weight loss. It can also cause petechial haemorrhages of the mucous membranes and general oedema more evident in the legs and jaundice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003echronic phase \u003c\/strong\u003echaracterised by recurrent episodes of fever, anaemia and thrombocytopenia (decrease of blood platelets) interspersed with periods of normality. These episodes will be spread out over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis disease is often fatal during the acute or chronic phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould the animal survive the acute and chronic phase, it enters a silent phase with no evident signs of illness for the remainder of its life. In this silent phase the virus persists but the clinical signs are only manifest if the immune system is weakened by another disease, stress or the administration of corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEIA is caused by a lentivirus of the HIV family, the equine infectious anaemia virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can be passed from one horse to another through fly, or more rarely, mosquito bites, or by direct contact with blood or blood derivative products (serum and\/or plasma). Such as, for example, by: sharing objects contaminated with infected blood (needles, branding tools, etc).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can also be passed down from mare to foal via the placenta or, more rarely, in the mother’s colostrum or milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentially, the virus can be transmitted by semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no treatment, cure or vaccine for this infection. Prevention is crucial to avoid it being passed on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerological tests for EIA must be done for any horse with anaemia and thrombocytopenia of unknown origin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular tests must be done on a yearly basis to keep the holding free from EIA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is advisable to test studs and brood mares every 90 days in the breeding period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29391966568492,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EIAV_RT-qPCR.png?v=1571168866"},{"product_id":"anaplasmosis-qpcr","title":"Anaplasma phagocytophilum, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe qPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of \u003cem\u003eAnaplasma phagocytophilum\u003c\/em\u003e, the bacterium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(formerly known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEhrlichia phagocytophila\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEhrlichia equi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) \u003c\/span\u003e responsible for the Equine Anaplasmosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Equine Anaplasmosis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAnaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease caused by the bacterium \u003cem\u003eAnaplasma phagocytophilum \u003c\/em\u003ethat infects white blood cells. The disease is transmitted by ticks. The risk of transmission to people is unclear at this time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough horses and people appear to be infected with strains of the same bacteria, it is believed that people also acquire the infection from tick bites, and not directly from infected horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe severity of signs varies with the age of the animal and duration of the illness. Signs may be mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses less than 1 year old may have a fever only; horses 1 to 3 years old develop fever, depression, mild limb swelling, and lack of coordination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults exhibit the characteristic signs of fever, poor appetite, depression, reluctance to move, limb swelling, and jaundice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFever is highest during the first 1 to 3 days of infection, but may last for 6 to 12 days. Signs become more severe over several days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny existing infection (such as a leg wound or respiratory infection) can be made worse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe disease is transmitted by ticks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmature ticks pick up the bacterium from rodents who serve as reservoirs, maintain it as they mature, and then transmit it to the horse they feed off of as adults. It is unknown how long the tick has to be attached before transmission occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt takes approximately 2-3 weeks after disease transmission for the horse to develop clinical signs of Anaplasmosis, meaning that by the time signs are noticed the tick is long gone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePhagocytophilum\u003c\/em\u003e organisms infect neutrophils and eosinophils in the blood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe disease is easily treated in the early stages using appropriate antibiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe severity of the disease is variable; many horses recover after 14 days without treatment. However, rare fatalities have occurred that are believed to be associated with secondary infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with severe signs and neurologic signs may benefit from injectable corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecovered horses develop immunity for at least 2 years and are not carriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTick control measures are mandatory for control of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no vaccine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392037543980,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Anaplasma.png?v=1665065711"},{"product_id":"leptospirosis-qpcr","title":"Leptospira interrogans qPCR","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeptospira interrogans\u003c\/i\u003e, the pathogen responsible for Leptospirosis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Leptospirosis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLeptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can result in abortion, chronic uveitis, and\/or kidney failure in horses and can also infect humans,  pets, and other livestock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSome horses with leptospirosis appear completely normal. Others might show generalised flulike signs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMore serious cases present as mid- to late-term abortions, chronic uveitis (an eye disease that’s the leading cause of blindness in horses), or renal (kidney) disease. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals from infected dams born alive might suffer from malnutrition, jaundice, pulmonary haemorrhage, or severe respiratory distress—all of which can be fatal. If you can start treatment immediately—before the infection damages eyes or organs—horses with leptospirosis generally have good prognoses. And, you can protect the rest of your herd (and yourself and other animals) by isolating infected horses, treating your other horses with preventive antibiotics or, depending on the species involved, vaccinating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLeptospirosis is caused by spiral-shaped bacteria called spirochetes, specifically leptospires, that enter an animal’s body through mucous membranes in areas such as the nostrils, lips, eyes, trachea, stomach, genitals, or anus, or through broken skin. In addition to mammals (horses, humans, squirrels, voles, and scores more), amphibians (such as frogs) and reptiles (including snakes) can become infected with and pass on the disease-causing bacteria. In horses, foals can become infected in utero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeptospires most commonly live and multiply in the renal tubules (where urine collects in the kidneys) of reservoir or carrier hosts such as rodents, wildlife, and domestic animals. In addition to spreading in urine, leptospires can be transmitted via infected blood or tissues or by infected urine splashing into eyes or the mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen an infected reservoir host urinates, the leptospires pass out of its body in the urine and contaminate the surrounding ground and\/or water. In fact, exposure to standing water, such as ponds or floodwaters, is the biggest risk factor for leptospirosis infection. Occasionally, says Carter, animals (horses, livestock, etc.) inhale leptospires, ingest them with feed, or transmit them via wounds or bites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHumans who work with animals or have frequent exposure to them are at a higher risk of contracting leptospirosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe leptospirosis is now classified as a re-emerging disease. Worldwide, the incidence is increasing, which may be due to increased episodes of flooding. According to the CDC, most human leptospirosis symptoms are flulike and include: h\u003c\/span\u003eigh fever; headache; chills; muscle aches; vomiting; jaundice (yellow skin and eyes); red eyes; and abdominal pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment is fairly straightforward. The emphasis now is on rapid diagnostics so the disease can be diagnosed quickly and treatment started.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevention is characterised differently for different risk groups. For occupational exposure (for example, veterinarians and animal caretakers that might be exposed to the disease), appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment, including protective gloves and glasses) is important. For recreational exposure, preventing contact of mucous membranes and broken skin with contaminated water is advised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392045080620,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Leptospira.png?v=1571097388"},{"product_id":"lyme-disease-borreliose-qpcr","title":"Borrelia burgdorferi, qPCR","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBorrelia burgdorferi\u003c\/em\u003e, the pathogen responsible for the Lyme disease or Borreliose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor animals with clinical signs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lyme disease?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyme disease is a tickborne illness that results from infection with members of the \u003cem\u003eBorrelia burgdorferi\u003c\/em\u003e sensu lato complex. These organisms are maintained in wild animals, but they can affect humans and some species of domesticated animals, like horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyme disease has been reported in North America, Europe, Australia and parts of Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nClinical signs appear in less than 10% of horses infected with the bacteria. Signs include:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLameness (usually of larger joints) that shifts from limb to limb;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneralised stiffness;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoreness in the large joints and back;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-grade fever (which may or may not be present);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBehavioural changes such as reluctance to work and irritability;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminitis (occasionally associated with Lyme disease)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses do not show a skin rash with Lyme disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwelling around a tick bite in a horse is generally due to a reaction to the tick’s saliva, not Lyme disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe ticks become infected when they feed on rodents such as the white-footed mouse that carry the bacteria. The tick can then pass on this infection when it feeds on another host, such as a horse or deer. The bacteria migrate from the tick to the horse after 12 to 24 hours of attachment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn areas where the incidence of disease is high among people, only about 50% of horses are likely to become infected. Of these horses, less than 1 in 10 develops clinical signs of the disease. The remaining horses either have subclinical infection (carry the antibodies against the bacteria but remain clinically healthy) or their immune systems fight off the bacteria (and these horses carry the antibodies to Lyme disease for up to a year).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople can also be infected with Lyme disease, but there is no risk of the disease being transmitted from horses to humans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSince there is no vaccine available, prevention is focused on control of the tick population:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a daily tick examination. Remember that it takes 12 to 24 hours of attachment for bacteria to migrate from the tick to the host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat turned out horses with permethrin-based insect repellents during peak adult deer tick seasons: early spring, late summer, and fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimize habitat for ticks and their hosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392055074860,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Borrelia.png?v=1665065790"},{"product_id":"surra-qpcr","title":"Surra qPCR","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  \u003cem\u003eTrypanosoma evansis\u003c\/em\u003e, the pathogen responsible for Surra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Surra?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrypanosoma evansi\u003c\/em\u003e causes a trypanosomosis known as ‘surra’.This parasite, which has been reported in domestic and wild mammals, can cause considerable economic losses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe trypanosomes reproduce in the blood of the vertebrate host, and the trypomastigote forms are transmitted mechanically by bloodsucking insects from infected to uninfected animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurra is the most commonly reported disease in some continents due to the favorable environment for insects. In recent years, several outbreaks or isolated cases have been reported in certain European countries, an atypical region for the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe general clinical signs of evansi infections: pyrexia directly associated with parasitaemia together with a progressive anaemia, loss of condition and lassitude are not sufficiently pathognomonic for diagnosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecurrent episodes of fever and parasitaemia occur during the course of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOedema, particularly of the lower parts of the body, urticarial plaques and petechial haemorrhages of the serous membranes are sometimes observed in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortions have been reported in buffalos and camels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNervous signs are common in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe disease causes immunodeficiencies that may be of high impact when interfering with other diseases or vaccination campaigns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrypanosomiasis caused by evansi can be clinically confused with other diseases, including equine protozoal myeloencephalitis in the chronic stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere surra is suspected, it is important to rule out other causes of equine neurologic disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSurra is a non-contagious disease, transmitted only mechanically by several different genera of haematophagous flies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe efficiency of vector transmission is dependent on high intensity of fly challenge, the presence of high numbers of the parasite in the blood of horses, and the close herding of animals that maintains short intervals between successive feeds. The infectivity of a fly is highest within minutes of feeding and drops quickly thereafter, with the loss of ability to reinfect when feeding intervals exceed 8 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild carnivores and dogs can be infected by ingestion of meat from parasitaemic animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Central and South America, The vampire bat can also act as a vector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe disease can be reproduced experimentally by blood inoculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere is no vaccine against trypanosomiasis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTherefore, conventional disease control measures are based on the use of curative and preventive drugs to combat the parasite and interventions to control fly populations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl and eradication of surra from an area is usually depends upon the detection and treatment of infected animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtection of susceptible animals from biting flies by smoking and using flies repellants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392119201836,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/T._evansis.png?v=1571097343"},{"product_id":"dourine-qpcr","title":"Dourine - Trypanosoma equiperdum, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  \u003cem\u003eTrypanosoma equiperdum\u003c\/em\u003e, the pathogen responsible for Dourine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Dourine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDourine is a chronic or acute contagious disease of breeding equids that is transmitted directly from animal to animal during coitus. The causal organism is \u003cem\u003eTrypanosoma equiperdum\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDourine is the only trypanosomosis that is not transmitted by an invertebrate vector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTrypanosoma equiperdum\u003c\/em\u003e differs from other trypanosomes in that it is primarily a tissue parasite that is rarely detected in the blood. There is no known natural reservoir of the parasite other than infected equids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDourine is characterised mainly by swelling of the genitalia, cutaneous plaques and neurological signs\u003c\/span\u003eThe symptoms vary with the virulence of the strain, the nutritional status of the horse, and stress factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clinical signs often develop over weeks or months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey frequently wax and wane; relapses may be precipitated by stress. This can occur several times before the animal either dies or experiences an apparent recovery.Genital edema and a mucopurulent discharge are often the first signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMares develop a mucopurulent vaginal discharge, and the vulva becomes oedematous;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe genital region, perineum and udder may become depigmented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortion can occur with more virulent strains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions develop edema of the prepuce and glans penis, and can have a mucopurulent discharge from the urethra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn stallions, the swelling may spread to the scrotum, perineum, ventral abdomen and thorax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeurological signs can develop soon after the genital edema, or weeks to months later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestlessness and weight shifting from one leg to another is often followed by progressive weakness, incoordination and, eventually, paralysis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacial paralysis, which is generally unilateral, may be seen in some animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConjunctivitis and keratitis are common, and in some infected herds, ocular disease may be the first sign of dourine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnemia and intermittent fever may also be found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition, dourine results in a progressive loss of condition, predisposing animals to other diseases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUnlike other trypanosomal infections, dourine is transmitted almost exclusively during breeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmission from stallions to mares is more common, but mares can also transmit the disease to stallions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eT. equiperdum\u003c\/em\u003e can be found in the vaginal secretions of infected mares and the seminal fluid, mucous exudate of the penis, and sheath of stallions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriodically, the parasites disappear from the genital tract and the animal becomes noninfectious for weeks to months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon infectious periods are more common late in the disease. Male donkeys can be asymptomatic carriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarely, infected mares pass the infection to their foals, possibly before birth or through the milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfections are also thought to occur through mucous membranes such as the conjunctiva.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther means of transmission may also be possible; however, there is currently no evidence that arthropod vectors play any role in transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSexually immature animals that become infected can transmit the organism when they mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTo prevent dourine from being introduced into a herd or region, new animals should be quarantined and tested by serology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen dourine is found in an area, quarantines and the cessation of breeding can prevent transmission while infected animals are identified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDourine can be eradicated from a herd, using serology to identify infected equids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfected animals are euthanised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn some cases, stallions have been castrated to prevent disease transmission; however, geldings can still transmit the disease if they display copulatory behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuccessful treatment with trypanocidal drugs has been reported in some endemic areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHowever, therapeutic regimes have not been thoroughly investigated, and treatment is usually discouraged due to fears that the organism will persist inapparently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood hygiene should be used at assisted matings. No vaccine is available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29392141942828,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/T._equiperdum.jpeg?v=1571097295"},{"product_id":"rhinopneumonitis-elisa","title":"EHV1 \u0026 EHV4 ELISA","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e ELISA test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e antibodies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) and to Equine Hespesvirus type 4 (EHV-4),\u003c\/span\u003e the 2 agents responsible for Rhinopneumonitis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eELISA test \u003cstrong\u003ewith ab tritation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Rhinopneumonitis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Rhinopneumonitis (ER) is a collective term for any one of several highly contagious, clinical disease entities of equids that may occur as a result of infection by either of two closely related herpesviruses, equid herpesvirus-1 and -4 (EHV-1 and EHV-4).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfection by either EHV-1 or EHV-4 is characterised by a primary respiratory tract disease of varying severity that is related to the age and immunological status of the infected animal. Infections by EHV-1 in particular are capable of progression beyond the respiratory mucosa to cause the more serious disease manifestations of abortion, perinatal foal death, or neurological dysfunction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe incubation period (period of time from exposure to development of first clinical signs) ranges from 2 to 10 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRespiratory signs for EHV-1 and EHV-4 include high temperature that lasts for 1-7 days, coughing, depression, inappetence (going off feed), and nasal discharge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortion usually occurs between months 7 and 11 of gestation, about 2-12 weeks after infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no evidence that the mare’s reproductive tract is damaged, and it does not affect her ability to conceive in later pregnancies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigns of neurologic disease for EHV-1 and EHV-4 include mild incoordination, hindlimb paralysis, recumbency (lying down and being unable to get up), loss of bladder and tail function, and loss of sensation to the skin around the tail and hindlimb areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission occurs when infected and uninfected horses come in either direct (nose to nose contact) or indirect (through buckets, clothing, blankets that are contaminated) contact with nasal discharges of infected horses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can travel via aerosol (in the air) for short distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus may also be transmitted by contact with aborted foetuses, placental fluids, or placentas from infected horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso, following infection, horses may become latent carriers of EHV; virus may be reactivated after stress or high doses of corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon detection of clinical signs suggestive of EHV, the veterinarian may choose to take a nasopharyngeal (nose and throat) swab of the horse, blood sample, or tissue from the aborted foetus for detection of virus in the tissues.  Paired blood samples for detection of antibody trites (levels) may also be taken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment involves supportive care and treatment of the symptoms.  Non-steroidal anti-inflamatory drugs are commonly used to reduce fever, pain and inflammation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn uncomplicated cases, complete recovery will occur in a few weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with neurological disease have variable recovery rates depending on severity of the clinical signs.  The prognosis is poor if the horse is recumbent (unable to stand) for an extended period of time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe horse should be rested until fully recovered and gradually returned to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission occurs when infected and uninfected horses come in either direct (nose to nose contact) or indirect (through buckets, clothing, blankets that are contaminated) contact with nasal discharges of infected horses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus can travel via aerosol (in the air) for short distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus may also be transmitted by contact with aborted foetuses, placental fluids, or placentas from infected horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso, following infection, horses may become latent carriers of EHV; virus may be reactivated after stress or high doses of corticosteroids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpon detection of clinical signs suggestive of EHV, the veterinarian may choose to take a nasopharyngeal (nose and throat) swab of the horse, blood sample, or tissue from the aborted foetus for detection of virus in the tissues.  Paired blood samples for detection of antibody triers (levels) may also be taken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment involves supportive care and treatment of the symptoms.  Non-steroidal anti-inflamatory drugs are commonly used to reduce fever, pain and inflammation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn uncomplicated cases, complete recovery will occur in a few weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with neurological disease have variable recovery rates depending on severity of the clinical signs.  The prognosis is poor if the horse is recumbent (unable to stand) for an extended period of time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe horse should be rested until fully recovered and gradually returned to work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396122173484,"sku":"","price":57.85,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Rhinopneumonitis.png?v=1571168339"},{"product_id":"equine-herpesvirus-type-1-1pcr","title":"Equine Herpesvirus Type 1, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e qPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 nasal or nasopharyngeal swab\u003c\/strong\u003e ( see\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/EHV1_4_AAEP.pdf?v=1614720976\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/EHV1_4_AAEP.pdf?v=1614720976\"\u003e AAEP guidelines)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 mL - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e24-48h - please contact lab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inside.fei.org\/fei\/your-role\/veterinarians\/biosecurity-movements\/biosecurity\/testing-labs\"\u003e Our lab is approved by FEI for EHV-1 testing.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inside.fei.org\/fei\/your-role\/veterinarians\/biosecurity-movements\/biosecurity\/testing-labs\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"55\" width=\"103\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/1200px-FEI_Logo_RGB_Purple.svg_a1c2e1cd-e453-4940-bdd8-69689978c01f_480x480.png?v=1645556618\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/1200px-FEI_Logo_RGB_Purple.svg_a1c2e1cd-e453-4940-bdd8-69689978c01f_480x480.png?v=1645556618\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Herpesvirus Type 1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) infection is ubiquitous in most horse populations throughout the world, and causes disease in horses and extensive economic losses through frequent outbreaks of respiratory disease, abortion, neonatal foal death, and myeloencephalopathy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfections caused by EHV-1 are particularly common in young performance horses, and typically result in establishment of latent infection within the 1st weeks or months of life with subsequent viral reactivation causing clinical disease and viral shedding during periods of stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRelevant effects of this virus on the equine population:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSporadic occurrence of mild respiratory disease associated with pyrexia, principally affecting horses under 2 years of age, can lead to interruptions in athletic training programs; this is economically the least important manifestation of EHV-1 disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortion occurring during the 3rd trimester of pregnancy, results in important economic losses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutbreaks of neurological disease (equine herpes myeloencephalopathy or EHM) cause suffering and loss of life and also lead to extensive movement restrictions, disrupting breeding or training schedules and causing management difficulties at training centers, race tracks, and horse events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most common way for EHV-1 to spread is by direct horse-to-horse contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis virus is shed from infected horses via the respiratory tract or through direct or indirect contact with an infected aborted foetus and fetal membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses may appear to be perfectly healthy yet spread the virus via the secretions from their nostrils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is important to realize that EHV-1 can also be spread indirectly through contact with physical objects contaminated with infectious virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe air around a horse that is shedding the virus can also be contaminated with infectious virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubdivide horses into the small epidemiologically isolated closed groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimize risks of exogenous and endogenous (stress- induced viral reactivation) introduction of EHV-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximize herd immunity through vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant measures in the case of an EHV-1 outbreak:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfection of areas contaminated by virus from the aborted foetus and placental membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolation of affected horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmission of clinical samples to a diagnostic laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplementation of hygienic procedures to prevent spread of infection (biosecurity).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396136099884,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/HEV-1.png?v=1571168270"},{"product_id":"equine-herpesvirus-type-4-qpcr","title":"Equine Herpesvirus Type 4, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e q\u003c\/span\u003ePCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMolecular detection of EHV-4 by PCR is the most sensitive, specific and accurate tool in assessing the infectivity of an affected horse\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 nasal or nasopharyngeal swab\u003c\/strong\u003e ( see\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/EHV1_4_AAEP.pdf?v=1614720976\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/EHV1_4_AAEP.pdf?v=1614720976\"\u003e AAEP guidelines)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 mL - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gr - placental or foetal tissue - sterile flask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Herpesvirus Type 4?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4) is a health risk to equine populations worldwide. Disease severity depends on multiple factors and may be latent in normal horses. And because clinical signs are similar to other respiratory diseases, it is difficult to make a definitive diagnosis from clinical presentation alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEHV-4 infections are restricted to respiratory tract epithelium and associated lymph nodes,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfection of pregnant mares with EHV-4 strains rarely results in abortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike EHV-1 the EHV-4 establish latent infection in the majority of horses, which do not show clinical signs but may experience reactivation of infection and shedding of the virus when stressed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEHV-4 spread via aerosolised secretions from infected coughing horses, by direct and indirect (fomite) contact with nasal secretions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most common way for EHV-4 to spread is by direct horse-to-horse contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis virus is shed from infected horses via the respiratory tract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses may appear to be perfectly healthy yet spread the virus via the secretions from their nostrils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is important to realize that EHV-4 can also be spread indirectly through contact with physical objects contaminated with infectious virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe air around a horse that is shedding the virus can also be contaminated with infectious virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHerd elimination of equine herpesviruses is virtually impossible because of the pervasiveness of the carrier state.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisease prevention, rather than treatment or attempts at eradication, offers the most effective means for controlling herpesvirus and its potential sequelae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies aimed at reducing the economic and welfare impact associated with EHV-1 and EHV-4 respiratory infections include (1) prophylactic immunisation and (2) the implementation of preventive herd management practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubdivide horses into the small epidemiologically isolated closed groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimize risks of exogenous and endogenous (stress induced viral reactivation) introduction of EHV-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximize herd immunity through vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant measures in the case of an EHV-4 outbreak:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfection of areas contaminated by virus from the aborted foetus and placental membranes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolation of affected horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmission of clinical samples to a diagnostic laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplementation of hygienic procedures to prevent spread of infection (biosecurity).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396168212524,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/HEV-4.png?v=1571168218"},{"product_id":"equine-herpesvirus-qpcr","title":"Equine Herpesvirus Type 2, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c729d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e q\u003c\/span\u003ePCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  Equine Herpesvirus Type 2 (EHV-2).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Serological detection of EHV-2 is of limited use to determine the re-activation of this herpesvirus. EHV-2 can remain latent in affected animals while shedding at levels adequate to infect other horses.\u003cstrong\u003e Molecular detection\u003c\/strong\u003e of EHV-2 by qPCR is the most sensitive, specific and accurate tool in assessing the infectivity of an affected horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c729d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 nasopharyngeal swab - dry swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c729d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Herpesvirus Type 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Herpesvirus Type1 2 (EHV-2) was recently classified within the Gammaherpesvirinae subfamily. EHV-2 is widely spread in horse populations and it has been isolated from healthy animals as well as from horses with different clinical signs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e EHV-2 is able to establish persistent infections. Various observations indicate that EHV-2 should not be neglected as a pathogen in equids. There are convincing results indicating that EHV-2 has a role as a predisposing factor for \u003cem\u003eRhodococcus equ\u003c\/em\u003ei invasion in the respiratory tract. Also as been suggested that EHV-2 may play a role in transactivation and reactivation of latent EHV-1 and EHV-4 infections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEHV-2 infection occurs most frequently in young foals, and the most common symptoms are keratoconjunctivitis, respiratory disease with pneumonia and pharyngitis, fever, enlarged lymph nodes, inappetence\/anorexia, general malaise, and poor performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no evidence that EHV-2 has abortigenic potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe prowess of EHV-2 as a successfully adapted viral parasite of the horse is substantiated by seroepidemiological and virological studies which indicate almost universal acquisition of viral infection by young foals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe limited data collected supports the scenario that EHV-2, in aerosolised infective material excreted from the respiratory tract of another virus-shedding horse, enters the new host through the upper respiratory tract where it infects and replicates first in the respiratory mucosal epithelium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrenatal infection with EHV-2 has not been recorded, and the virus has not been detected in colostrum or milk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperimental infection of a mid-gestational equine foetus in utero resulted in normal term delivery, although the foal showed mild rhinitis and conjunctivitis, with nasal shed- ding of EHV-2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOn the basis of evidence suggesting that EHV-2 infection can play an etiological role in predisposing foals to subsequent \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e pneumonia, both passive immunisation with hyperimmune equine serum against EHV-2 and active immunisation with an vaccine containing EHV-2 glycoprotein antigens have been used, with reported success, for the prophylactic treatment of annual reoccurrences of this highly fatal foal disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOcular disease in foals associated with infection by EHV-2 on breeding farms has been successfully treated with ophthalmic ointments containing either idoxuridine or trifluridine together with antibiotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396176928812,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/HEV-2.png?v=1571168299"},{"product_id":"equine-coital-exanthema-qpcr","title":"Equine Coital Exanthema, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe qPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof  \u003cem\u003eEquine Herpesvirus Type 3 \u003c\/em\u003e(EHV-3), the pathogen responsible for the Equine Coital Exanthema.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMolecular detection of EHV-3 by PCR is the most sensitive, specific and accurate tool in assessing the infectivity of an affected horse\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 genital swab - dry swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gr - placental or foetal tissue - sterile flask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Coital Exanthema?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Herpesvirus type 3 (EHV-3) causes coital exanthema, a contagious genital infection (vulva in mares, penis and scrotum in stallions), spread venereally and characterised by numerous small blisters or spots, sometimes called ‘the pox’.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe clinical presentation of equine coital exanthema (ECE) is characterised by the presence of superficial lesions on the skin of the external genitalia of mares or stallions. The progress of each cutaneous lesion follows a well-defined and predictable course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfection by EHV-3 occurs via direct cutaneous contact either during the act of coitus or by the transfer of virus-containing secretions from contaminated objects, such as hands, gloves, instruments, palpation sleeves, sponges and the lips or nose of a horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe virus is easily transmitted by simple contact with the skin; the epidermal surface need not be damaged for infection to be established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere is no commercial vaccine against EHV-3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA stringent code of practice should be implemented within breeding sheds following observation of a case of ECE.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe three priorities necessary for successful ECE control are:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCessation of breeding of clinically affected animals;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeightened vigilance on the part of personnel for early recognition of new clinical cases;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrict adherence to breeding shed hygiene procedures designed to eliminate mechanical transmission of the virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396197769260,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EHV-3.png?v=1571097120"},{"product_id":"equine-influenza-a-elisa","title":"Equine Influenza A ELISA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c730d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eELISA test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eantibodies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to Equine Influenza Virus Type A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eEquine Influenza is a disease listed in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code and countries are obligated to report the occurrence of the disease according to the OIE Code.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c730d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c730d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Influenza?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Influenza (EI) is a highly contagious though rarely fatal respiratory disease of horses, donkeys and mules and other equidae. The disease has been recorded throughout history, and when horses were the main draft animals, outbreaks of EI crippled the economy. Nowadays outbreaks still have a severe impact on the horse industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEI is caused by two subtypes of influenza A viruses: H7N7 and H3N8, of the family Orthomyxoviridae. They are related to but distinct from the viruses that cause human and avian influenza.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce introduced into an area with a susceptible population, the disease, with an incubation period of only one to three days, spreads quickly and is capable of causing explosive outbreaks. Crowding and transportation are factors that favour the spread of EI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn fully susceptible animals, clinical signs include fever and a harsh dry cough followed by a nasal discharge. Depression, loss of appetite, muscle pain and weakness are frequently observed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clinical signs generally abate within a few days, but complications due to secondary infections are common.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile most animals recover in two weeks, the cough may continue longer and it may take as much as six months for some horses to regain their full ability. If animals are not rested adequately, the clinical course is prolonged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHighly contagious, EI is spread by contact with infected animals, which in coughing excrete the virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimals can begin to excrete the virus as they develop a fever before showing clinical signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can also be spread by mechanical transmission of the virus on clothing, equipment, brushes etc carried by people working with horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVaccination is practiced in most countries. However, due to the variability of the strains of virus in circulation, and the difficulty in matching the vaccine strain to the strains of virus in circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination does not always prevent infection although it can reduce the severity of the disease and speed recovery times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAct immediately if you see flulike signs in your horse, especially if you have multiple animals housed together. Being proactive can help halt disease spread and save money and time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall your veterinarian and have him or her take nasal swab samples first to determine what pathogen you are dealing with (several diseases can cause similar signs in infected horses) and treat accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmediately place the horse in question in a quarantine area and thoroughly clean and disinfect any areas or equipment he has been in contact with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause horses with influenza do not show signs right away, quarantine other horses that have been housed close to the sick one, as they are most likely already infected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlu’s incubation period, or time that a horse is infectious before showing signs of illness, is about three days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement techniques can also help reduce disease spread, including designating one person to handle\/treat the sick horse, treating the horse at the end of the day\/shift (when the handler won’t be coming into contact with other horses), and setting up foot baths with disinfectant solution for handlers to dip their shoes in as they enter and exit the premises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfecting equipment such as buckets and hoses as well as tack can also prevent disease spread. Regardless of your disinfection protocol, be sure to dedicate a separate water bucket and hose for the sick horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396253081644,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Equine_Influenza.png?v=1571097092"},{"product_id":"equine-influenza-a-rt-qpcr-1","title":"Equine Influenza A RTqPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (RNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of Equine Influenza Virus Type A.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eEquine Influenza is a disease listed in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code and countries are obligated to report the occurrence of the disease according to the OIE Code.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 nasopharyngeal swab ( see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aaep.org\/sites\/default\/files\/Documents\/Nasopharyngeal%20or%20Nasal%20Swab%20Collection_Final.pdf\"\u003eAAEP guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Influenza?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Influenza (EI) is a highly contagious though rarely fatal respiratory disease of horses, donkeys and mules and other equidae. The disease has been recorded throughout history, and when horses were the main draft animals, outbreaks of EI crippled the economy. Nowadays outbreaks still have a severe impact on the horse industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEI is caused by two subtypes of influenza A viruses: H7N7 and H3N8, of the family Orthomyxoviridae. They are related to but distinct from the viruses that cause human and avian influenza.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce introduced into an area with a susceptible population, the disease, with an incubation period of only one to three days, spreads quickly and is capable of causing explosive outbreaks. Crowding and transportation are factors that favour the spread of EI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn fully susceptible animals, clinical signs include fever and a harsh dry cough followed by a nasal discharge. Depression, loss of appetite, muscle pain and weakness are frequently observed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clinical signs generally abate within a few days, but complications due to secondary infections are common.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile most animals recover in two weeks, the cough may continue longer and it may take as much as six months for some horses to regain their full ability. If animals are not rested adequately, the clinical course is prolonged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHighly contagious, EI is spread by contact with infected animals, which in coughing excrete the virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnimals can begin to excrete the virus as they develop a fever before showing clinical signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can also be spread by mechanical transmission of the virus on clothing, equipment, brushes etc carried by people working with horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVaccination is practiced in most countries. However, due to the variability of the strains of virus in circulation, and the difficulty in matching the vaccine strain to the strains of virus in circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination does not always prevent infection although it can reduce the severity of the disease and speed recovery times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAct immediately if you see flulike signs in your horse, especially if you have multiple animals housed together. Being proactive can help halt disease spread and save money and time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall your veterinarian and have him or her take nasal swab samples first to determine what pathogen you are dealing with (several diseases can cause similar signs in infected horses) and treat accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmediately place the horse in question in a quarantine area and thoroughly clean and disinfect any areas or equipment he has been in contact with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause horses with influenza do not show signs right away, quarantine other horses that have been housed close to the sick one, as they are most likely already infected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlu’s incubation period, or time that a horse is infectious before showing signs of illness, is about three days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManagement techniques can also help reduce disease spread, including designating one person to handle\/treat the sick horse, treating the horse at the end of the day\/shift (when the handler won’t be coming into contact with other horses), and setting up foot baths with disinfectant solution for handlers to dip their shoes in as they enter and exit the premises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfecting equipment such as buckets and hoses as well as tack can also prevent disease spread. Regardless of your disinfection protocol, be sure to dedicate a separate water bucket and hose for the sick horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396265631788,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Equine_Influenza_08933a77-55ee-4ed7-96ad-b82c0a889a1f.png?v=1571097049"},{"product_id":"pneumonia-rhodococcus-equi-qpcr","title":"Rhodococcus equi qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the \u003cem\u003eRhodococcus equi\u003c\/em\u003e, the pathogen responsible for Pneumonia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 nasopharyngeal swab - dry swab \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Pneumonia?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRhodococcus equi\u003c\/em\u003e, a Gram‐positive facultative intracellular pathogen, is one of the most common causes of pneumonia in foals. \u003ci\u003eRhodococcus equi\u003c\/i\u003e is a very well recognized pathogen in horses – it is a common cause of pneumonia in foalsbetween the ages of 1-6 months, and infection is also sometimes associated with other problems such as diarrheas, swollen joints and abscesses in other parts of the body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe infection can be very difficult to treat because the bacteria are able to live inside white blood cells, which helps protect them from the body’s immune system, and because they often cause abscesses to form, which are difficult for antibiotics to penetrate. \u003ci\u003eRhodococcus equi\u003c\/i\u003e infection in foals has been studied extensively, but there’s still a lot we don’t know how the body defends itself against this organism. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe most common clinical manifestation of \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e infections in foals is bronchopneumonia. Early clinical signs may only include a slight increase in respiratory rate and a mild fever. These subtle clinical signs are often either missed or ignored, allowing the condition to progress. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAs the disease progresses, clinical signs might include: • Decreased appetite • Lethargy • Fever • Tachypnea • Increased effort of breathing characterised by nostril flaring and increased abdominal effort Cough and bilateral nasal discharge are inconsistent finding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBecause ultrasonographic screening for early detection has become routine practice at some farms endemic for pneumonia caused by \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e (see below), the most frequently recognised form of \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e infection at those farms is a subclinical form in which foals develop sonographic evidence of peripheral pulmonary consolidation or abscessation without necessarily manifesting clinical signs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExtrapulmonary manifestations of rhodococcal infections are common. Extrapulmonary disorders might occur concurrent with or independent of pneumonia. Abdominal lesions (see necropsy below) are present in approximately 50% of foals that die from infections caused by R. equi. However, the majority of foals with abdominal lesions do not show clinical signs of abdominal disease. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePolysynovitis is present in approximately 25–30% of cases with clinical R. equi infections. In some foals, lameness might be the result of septic arthritis or, more commonly, osteomyelitis caused by R. equi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUveitis is not uncommon and might result in blepharospasm, ocular discharge, and blindness in severely affected foals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOccasionally, R. equi can cause infections of a variety of other extrapulmonary tissues or organs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAlthough rare, clinical signs resulting from abdominal infection with R. equi might include fever, diarrhoea, weight loss or failure to thrive, and colic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInhalation of virulent \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e is the major route of pulmonary infection in foals. Ingestion of the organism is an important route of exposure, and likely of immunisation, but rarely leads to hematogenously acquired pneumonia unless a foal has multiple exposures to extremely large numbers of bacteria. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn the absence of an effective vaccine, control and prevention of the disease at farms endemic for infections caused by \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e have relied on passive immunisation and screening to promote earlier recognition of the disease. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere are no isolation requirements for foals with this disease. Foals with pneumonia caused by \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e shed higher numbers of R. equi in their feces than healthy foals or foals with subclinical lesions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTherefore, pneumonic foals might be an important source of contamination of the environment with virulent \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e but there is no evidence that \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e infection is contagious among foals and exposure to virulent \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e is widespread in the environment of foals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThus, currently no environmental management practice or biosecurity measure has sufficient evidence on which to base recommendations for controlling and preventing \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e pneumonia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eZoonotic Potential \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e can occasionally cause severe pulmonary or systemic infections in immunosuppressed people. Infections with \u003cem\u003eR. equi\u003c\/em\u003e are extremely rare and typically less severe in immunocompetent individuals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396273922092,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/R._equi.png?v=1571130187"},{"product_id":"stranglers-streptococcus-equi-elisa","title":"Strangles  ELISA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e i\u003c\/span\u003eELISA\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edetects \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003especific antibodies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto\u003cspan\u003e Streptococcus equi subs. equi, the pathogen (bacteria) responsible for Strangles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL, blood in a serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Stranglers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStrangles is a highly contagious upper respiratory infection of horses caused by the bacteria \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus equi\u003c\/em\u003e subspecies equi (S. equi). It is transmitted by inhalation or direct contact with contaminated surfaces (for example horses sharing water buckets). The bacteria colonize the horse’s tonsils and pharynx within hours of infection, and then infect the lymph nodes under and behind the jaw resulting in abscessation of these structures days later. Horses develop a fever initially, but are typically not contagious during the initial 48-72 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarely, infection spreads to other parts of the body resulting in abscesses in other organs such as the intestines, kidneys, lungs, spleen or liver. This is often called “bastard strangles” or metastatic abscessation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few horses may develop a hypersensitivity reaction to the bacteria with repeated exposure either in the form of infection or vaccination otherwise known as purpura hemorrhagica. Horses that develop classic clinical signs and are not treated with antibiotics have the potential to develop immune protection up to five years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClassic clinical signs include a fever (often \u0026gt;103°F or 39.5°C) first, followed by one or more of the following symptoms: depression, thick nasal discharge and lymph node enlargement under the jaw and\/or in the throat latch region. The abscessed lymph nodes may drain externally or into the guttural pouches (blind-end sacs connected to the throat in horses) resulting in nasal discharge. Horses that have been vaccinated for strangles or horses that have previous partial immunity may develop milder signs of upper respiratory tract infection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBastard strangles cases may develop colic signs, fever, and\/or weight loss with or without a history of previous strangles disease or exposure. Horses with purpura hemorrhagica may develop edema of the head, trunk, and\/or legs; and broken blood vessels or bruising of the mucous membranes of the mouth, eyes and nose. Additional signs can include fever, severe depression, and muscle tightness. The severity of symptoms in purpura hemorrhagica cases ranges from mild to life-threatening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eStrangles is caused by oral exposure of a horse to \u003cem\u003eS. equi \u003c\/em\u003ebacteria. Once within the oral cavity, the bacteria invade the tonsils and subsequently colonize the lymph nodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacteria can be transmitted through contact with pus or nasal discharges from an infected horse, or from contaminated bedding or barn equipment (water troughs, buckets, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlies may also act as vectors, spreading the bacteria from horse to horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder the right conditions, \u003cem\u003eS. equi \u003c\/em\u003ecan survive in the environment for weeks or months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure of a horse to \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e does not necessarily mean that it will come down with strangles. Factors that influence the risk of disease include dose of bacteria (poor sanitation and direct contact with nasal secretions and pus increase the chance of disease); immune status of horse. Previously exposed horses are often immune to the disease, or do not get as sick as unexposed horses. During the first three to six months of life, foals are often protected by maternal antibodies. Vaccination can also increase resistance to the disease; stress (poor nutrition, overcrowding, lengthy transportation or pre-existing diseases increase the risk of strangles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrangles may be transmitted by “silent shedders” who do not display signs of disease. These horses commonly carry the strangles organism in the guttural pouch, an air sac at the back of the horse’s throat. Detection of these animals requires guttural pouch endoscopy (passing an endoscope via the horse’s nose into the guttual pouch). Strangles is most commonly transmitted by acutely ill or recovering horses that are still shedding bacteria in their nasal secretions. Bacterial culture results have a turnaround time of 2 to 3 days. The DNA test known as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) takes less than a day. However, it may take an additional 1 to 2 days to send samples to the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBiosecurity on the farm is necessary to prevent spread of disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate new horses for three weeks prior to introducing them to the rest of the population.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate any horse with a fever and signs of strangles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not share tack or equipment between sick horses and others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform twice daily monitoring of rectal temperatures of all horses in an outbreak to identify new cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop all movement of horses to and from farm when strangles is identified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect water buckets daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse strict hygiene between horses to reduce spread of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeally, three throat flush samples are obtained from recovering horses and any horses who were in contact with sick horses at approximately weekly intervals and tested for \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e subsp equi by PCR and culture. Identification of strangles bacteria in clinically recovered horses may mean the guttural pouches have retained some infection. Endoscopy of the guttural pouches provides visualisation of any pus or dried debris (chondroids) that harbor the bacteria. A small number of horses will recover from strangles and continue to shed bacteria from the guttural pouch, causing recurrent farm outbreaks. Detection and treatment of these “silent carriers” (\u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e bacteria in guttural pouches) via endoscopy and PCR is essential for preventing disease recurrence on a farm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss vaccination types and recommendations with your veterinarian. Vaccination does not provide 100% immunity against \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e infection. Vaccination is not recommended during or within two years of a strangles outbreak due to the increased risk of purpura hemorrhagica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396279328812,"sku":"","price":43.05,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Streptococcus_equi_ELISA.png?v=1571167271"},{"product_id":"strangles-streptococcus-equi-qpcr","title":"Strangles qPCR","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n        body {\n            font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n            line-height: 1.6;\n            background-color: #f9f9f9;\n            color: #333;\n            margin: 0;\n            padding: 0;\n        }\n        .content {\n            padding: 20px;\n        }\n        h2 {\n            color: #DA556A; \/* Cor vermelha para a coleção Strangles *\/\n            margin-top: 20px;\n        }\n        ul {\n            list-style-type: none;\n            padding-left: 0;\n            margin: 0;\n        }\n        li {\n            padding: 8px;\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n        }\n        .highlight {\n            background-color: #FDECEA; \/* Fundo claro vermelho para destaque *\/\n            padding: 10px;\n            border-left: 4px solid #DA556A; \/* Borda esquerda vermelha *\/\n            margin-bottom: 20px;\n        }\n        .toggle-btn {\n            display: inline-block;\n            margin-top: 10px;\n            padding: 10px 20px;\n            background-color: #DA556A; \/* Fundo vermelho para botões *\/\n            color: white;\n            text-align: center;\n            text-decoration: none;\n            border-radius: 5px;\n            cursor: pointer;\n        }\n        .toggle-btn:hover {\n            background-color: #C23D51; \/* Vermelho mais escuro para hover *\/\n        }\n        .expandable {\n            display: none; \/* Esconde o conteúdo até que o botão seja clicado *\/\n            margin-top: 20px;\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight\"\u003eThe qPCR test detects the genome (ADN) of \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus equi variant equi\u003c\/em\u003e, the pathogen (bacteria) responsible for Strangles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSample\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNasopharyngeal swab - dry swab (see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aaep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Strangles_DZ_Guidelines_FINAL_2020.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aaep.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Strangles_DZ_Guidelines_FINAL_2020.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAAEP guidelines\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNasal swabs or draining lymph nodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuttural pouch washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Strangles?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrangles is a highly contagious upper respiratory infection of horses caused by the bacteria \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus equi\u003c\/em\u003e subspecies equi (S. equi). It is transmitted by inhalation or direct contact with contaminated surfaces (for example, horses sharing water buckets). The bacteria colonize the horse’s tonsils and pharynx within hours of infection, and then infect the lymph nodes under and behind the jaw, resulting in abscessation of these structures days later. Horses develop a fever initially, but are typically not contagious during the initial 48-72 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarely, infection spreads to other parts of the body resulting in abscesses in other organs such as the intestines, kidneys, lungs, spleen, or liver. This is often called “bastard strangles” or metastatic abscessation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few horses may develop a hypersensitivity reaction to the bacteria with repeated exposure either in the form of infection or vaccination, otherwise known as purpura hemorrhagica. Horses that develop classic clinical signs and are not treated with antibiotics have the potential to develop immune protection for up to five years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic clinical signs include a fever (often \u0026gt;103°F or 39.5°C) first, followed by one or more of the following symptoms: depression, thick nasal discharge, and lymph node enlargement under the jaw and\/or in the throat latch region. The abscessed lymph nodes may drain externally or into the guttural pouches (blind-end sacs connected to the throat in horses) resulting in nasal discharge. Horses that have been vaccinated for strangles or horses that have previous partial immunity may develop milder signs of upper respiratory tract infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBastard strangles cases may develop colic signs, fever, and\/or weight loss with or without a history of previous strangles disease or exposure. Horses with purpura hemorrhagica may develop edema of the head, trunk, and\/or legs, and broken blood vessels or bruising of the mucous membranes of the mouth, eyes, and nose. Additional signs can include fever, severe depression, and muscle tightness. The severity of symptoms in purpura hemorrhagica cases ranges from mild to life-threatening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTransmission\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrangles is caused by oral exposure of a horse to \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e bacteria. Once within the oral cavity, the bacteria invade the tonsils and subsequently colonize the lymph nodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacteria can be transmitted through contact with pus or nasal discharges from an infected horse, or from contaminated bedding or barn equipment (water troughs, buckets, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlies may also act as vectors, spreading the bacteria from horse to horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder the right conditions, \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e can survive in the environment for weeks or months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposure of a horse to \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e does not necessarily mean that it will come down with strangles. Factors that influence the risk of disease include dose of bacteria (poor sanitation and direct contact with nasal secretions and pus increase the chance of disease); immune status of horse. Previously exposed horses are often immune to the disease, or do not get as sick as unexposed horses. During the first three to six months of life, foals are often protected by maternal antibodies. Vaccination can also increase resistance to the disease; stress (poor nutrition, overcrowding, lengthy transportation, or pre-existing diseases increase the risk of strangles).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrangles may be transmitted by “silent shedders” who do not display signs of disease. These horses commonly carry the strangles organism in the guttural pouch, an air sac at the back of the horse’s throat. Detection of these animals requires guttural pouch endoscopy (passing an endoscope via the horse’s nose into the guttural pouch). Strangles is most commonly transmitted by acutely ill or recovering horses that are still shedding bacteria in their nasal secretions. Bacterial culture results have a turnaround time of 2 to 3 days. The DNA test known as Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) takes less than a day. However, it may take an additional 1 to 2 days to send samples to the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrevention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiosecurity on the farm is necessary to prevent the spread of disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate new horses for three weeks prior to introducing them to the rest of the population.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate any horse with a fever and signs of strangles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not share tack or equipment between sick horses and others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform twice daily monitoring of rectal temperatures of all horses in an outbreak to identify new cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop all movement of horses to and from the farm when strangles is identified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect water buckets daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse strict hygiene between horses to reduce the spread of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeally, three throat flush samples are obtained from recovering horses and any horses who were in contact with sick horses at approximately weekly intervals and tested for \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e subsp equi by PCR and culture. Identification of strangles bacteria in clinically recovered horses may mean the guttural pouches have retained some infection. Endoscopy of the guttural pouches provides visualization of any pus or dried debris (chondroids) that harbor the bacteria. A small number of horses will recover from strangles and continue to shed bacteria from the guttural pouch, causing recurrent farm outbreaks. Detection and treatment of these “silent carriers” (\u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e bacteria in guttural pouches) via endoscopy and PCR is essential for preventing disease recurrence on a farm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss vaccination types and recommendations with your veterinarian. Vaccination does not provide 100% immunity against \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e infection. Vaccination is not recommended during or within two years of a strangles outbreak due to the increased risk of purpura hemorrhagica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('more-info')\"\u003eView More Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more-info\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more detailed information on the Strangles qPCR Test, including sample collection and submission instructions, please visit our website or contact our support team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/equigerminal.shop\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVisit our website\u003c\/a\u003e for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('how-it-works')\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"how-it-works\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePathogen Testing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛒 \u003cstrong\u003ePurchase the Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select and buy the test online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📧 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e After payment confirmation, receive instructions for sample collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eSample Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your veterinarian collects the sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eDownload Submission Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download the printable submission form \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/Pathogen_testing_-_sample_submission_form.pdf?v=1602238338\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📮 \u003cstrong\u003eSend Samples:\u003c\/strong\u003e Send to our lab by regular mail or express delivery to:\u003cbr\u003eEquigerminal Lab\u003cbr\u003eIPN Incubadora, Rua Pedro  Nunes, Ed.C\u003cbr\u003e3030-199 Coimbra, PORTUGAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📄 \u003cstrong\u003eReceive Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get the result certificate by email. If you need assistance, contact us at support@equigerminal.pt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"toggle-btn\" onclick=\"toggleSection('faq-details')\"\u003eView FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq-details\" class=\"expandable\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Strangles qPCR test work?\u003c\/strong\u003e The qPCR test detects the DNA of \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus equi\u003c\/em\u003e variant equi in samples, providing a highly sensitive and specific method for identifying the presence of the bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat types of samples are required for the test?\u003c\/strong\u003e The test can be performed on nasopharyngeal swabs, nasal swabs, draining lymph nodes, and guttural pouch washes. It's important to follow proper sample collection guidelines to ensure accurate results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to get the test results?\u003c\/strong\u003e The turnaround time for the qPCR test is typically 2 to 5 working days from the receipt of the sample in the laboratory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should be done if a horse tests positive for Strangles?\u003c\/strong\u003e Horses that test positive should be isolated to prevent the spread of the disease. Follow biosecurity measures and consult with a veterinarian for appropriate treatment and management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow effective are vaccinations in preventing Strangles?\u003c\/strong\u003e Vaccination can reduce the risk of Strangles but does not provide complete immunity. It's most effective in environments where Strangles is a persistent problem. Discuss vaccination options with your veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the signs of purpura hemorrhagica and how is it related to Strangles?\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpura hemorrhagica is an immune-mediated condition that can occur after exposure to \u003cem\u003eS. equi\u003c\/em\u003e antigens, either through infection or vaccination. Signs include edema, petechial hemorrhages, and sloughing of tissues. Immediate veterinary attention is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396285423660,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/Strangles_qPCR.png?v=1718805923"},{"product_id":"venezuelan-equine-encephalitis-vee-rt-qpcr","title":"VEE Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e genome (RNA) \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVenezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE) virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVenezuelan equine encephalitis virus\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a mosquito borne viral \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epathogen that causes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eVenezuelan equine encephalitis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eencephalomyelitis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eVEE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVEE can affect all equine species, such as horses, donkeys and zebras.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e After infection, equines may suddenly die or show progressive central nervous system \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edisorders. Humans also can contract this disease. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWEE viruses affect the nervous system, so affected animals will have fever, depression and changes in behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigns of infection may also include impaired vision, muscle twitches, circling or head pressing behaviours, the inability to swallow, paralysis and convulsions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor VEE, death rates are variable but can be as high as 90%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe virus is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etransmitted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to people and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ehorses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by bites from infected mosquitoes and birds during wet, summer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVaccines for EEE are available for horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures to control mosquito populations and minimize mosquito exposure will decrease chances of infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396859060268,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/VEE.png?v=1571096869"},{"product_id":"west-nile-virus-wnv-rt-qpcr","title":"West Nile Virus, RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e genome (RNA) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eof\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e West Nile Virus (WNV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e0b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is West Nile Virus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWest Nile virus (WNV) is a zoonotic mosquito-transmitted viral disease that cause can cause encephalitis or meningitis, infection of the brain and the spinal cord or their protective covering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost horses bitten by carrier mosquitoes do not develop disease. Of those that do, approximately one-third develop severe disease and die or are so affected that euthanasia is required. The time between the bite of an infected mosquito and when clinical signs appear, ranges from three to 14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn horses that do become clinically ill, the virus infects the central nervous system and causes symptoms of encephalitis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Clinical signs of encephalitis in horses include loss of appetite and depression, in addition to any combination of the following signs: fever, weakness or paralysis of hind limbs, muscle fasciculations or muzzle twitching, impaired vision, ataxia (incoordination), head pressing, aimless wandering, convulsions, inability to swallow, circling, hyper-excitability, or coma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is important to note that not all horses with clinical signs of encephalitis have West Nile encephalitis. Other diseases, including rabies, botulism, equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), and other mosquito-borne viral encephalitic diseases of horses caused by Eastern,Western, and Venezuelan encephalitis viruses, can cause a horse to have symptoms similar to WNV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly laboratory tests can confirm the diagnosis of West Nile encephalitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWNV is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses cannot spread the disease to humans, but humans are susceptible to the disease if bitten by a carrier mosquito.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no evidence that horses can transmit WNV to other horses, birds, or people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWNV may cross the placenta from mother to gestating foal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo transfusion related horse illnesses have been reported. However, human to human transmission via blood transfusions have been confirmed, so this method of transmission is possible in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no specific treatment for West Nile encephalitis in horses, supportive veterinary care is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently, there are some vaccines available against West Nile Virus. It is imperative that horses are vaccinated according to the label on the vaccine. Horses vaccinated against Eastern, Western, and Venezuelan equine encephalitis are not protected against West Nile Virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are some easy steps you can take to prevent mosquitoes from affecting your horses:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse horses indoors during peak periods of mosquito activity (dusk and dawn).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid turning on lights inside the stable during the evening and overnight (mosquitoes are attracted to lights).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace incandescent bulbs around the perimeter of the stable to attract mosquitoes away from the horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove all birds, including chickens, that are in or close to the stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook around the property periodically for dead birds, such as crows. Any dead birds should be reported to the local health department. Use rubber gloves to handle dead birds or use an implement, such as a shovel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminate areas of standing water on your property. Shallow standing water, used tires, manure storage pits, and drainage areas with stagnant water are ideal mosquito breeding places.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopical preparations containing mosquito repellents are available for horses. Read the product label before using and follow all instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse fans on the horses while in the stable to help deter mosquitoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFog stable premises with a pesticide in the evening to reduce mosquitoes. Read directions carefully before using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396863057964,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/WNV.001_ea75c3a7-b3e0-41a1-9954-4d0dd74362c4.png?v=1572560704"},{"product_id":"west-nile-virus-wnv-elisa","title":"West Nile Virus, ELISA","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eELISA\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edetects \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eantibodies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto\u003cspan\u003e the West Nile Virus (WNV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is West Nile Virus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWest Nile virus (WNV) is a zoonotic mosquito-transmitted viral disease that cause can cause encephalitis or meningitis, infection of the brain and the spinal cord or their protective covering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost horses bitten by carrier mosquitoes do not develop disease. Of those that do, approximately one-third develop severe disease and die or are so affected that euthanasia is required. The time between the bite of an infected mosquito and when clinical signs appear, ranges from three to 14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn horses that do become clinically ill, the virus infects the central nervous system and causes symptoms of encephalitis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Clinical signs of encephalitis in horses include loss of appetite and depression, in addition to any combination of the following signs: fever, weakness or paralysis of hind limbs, muscle fasciculations or muzzle twitching, impaired vision, ataxia (incoordination), head pressing, aimless wandering, convulsions, inability to swallow, circling, hyper-excitability, or coma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is important to note that not all horses with clinical signs of encephalitis have West Nile encephalitis. Other diseases, including rabies, botulism, equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM), and other mosquito-borne viral encephalitic diseases of horses caused by Eastern,Western, and Venezuelan encephalitis viruses, can cause a horse to have symptoms similar to WNV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly laboratory tests can confirm the diagnosis of West Nile encephalitis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWNV is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes become infected when they feed on infected birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses cannot spread the disease to humans, but humans are susceptible to the disease if bitten by a carrier mosquito.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no evidence that horses can transmit WNV to other horses, birds, or people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWNV may cross the placenta from mother to gestating foal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo transfusion related horse illnesses have been reported. However, human to human transmission via blood transfusions have been confirmed, so this method of transmission is possible in horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no specific treatment for West Nile encephalitis in horses, supportive veterinary care is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrently, there are some vaccines available against West Nile Virus. It is imperative that horses are vaccinated according to the label on the vaccine. Horses vaccinated against Eastern, Western, and Venezuelan equine encephalitis are not protected against West Nile Virus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are some easy steps you can take to prevent mosquitoes from affecting your horses:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse horses indoors during peak periods of mosquito activity (dusk and dawn).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid turning on lights inside the stable during the evening and overnight (mosquitoes are attracted to lights).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace incandescent bulbs around the perimeter of the stable to attract mosquitoes away from the horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove all birds, including chickens, that are in or close to the stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook around the property periodically for dead birds, such as crows. Any dead birds should be reported to the local health department. Use rubber gloves to handle dead birds or use an implement, such as a shovel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminate areas of standing water on your property. Shallow standing water, used tires, manure storage pits, and drainage areas with stagnant water are ideal mosquito breeding places.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopical preparations containing mosquito repellents are available for horses. Read the product label before using and follow all instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse fans on the horses while in the stable to help deter mosquitoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFog stable premises with a pesticide in the evening to reduce mosquitoes. Read directions carefully before using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396866367532,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/WNV.001.png?v=1571096848"},{"product_id":"western-equine-encephalitis-wee-rt-qpcr","title":"Western Equine Encephalitis, RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e genome (RNA) \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eWestern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Equine Encephalitis (WEE) virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Western Equine Encephalitis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern equine encephalitis (WEE) is a viral disease carried by mosquitoes. WEE occurs in the western parts of the United States, including Iowa and Canada. WEE causes “sleeping sickness” in horses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWEE viruses affect the nervous system, so affected animals will have fever, depression and changes in behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigns of infection may also include impaired vision, muscle twitches, circling or head pressing behaviours, the inability to swallow, paralysis and convulsions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvival rates of horses infected with WEE is 70-80%. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe virus is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etransmitted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to people and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ehorses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by bites from infected mosquitoes and birds during wet, summer months\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVaccines for WEE are available for horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures to control mosquito populations and minimize mosquito exposure will decrease chances of infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396877082668,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/WEE.png?v=1571096816"},{"product_id":"japanese-encephalitis-virus-jev-rt-qpcr","title":"Japanese Encephalitis Virus RTqPCR","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e genome (RNA) \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e Japanese Encephalitis virus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (JEV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Japanese Encephalitis Virus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese encephalitis occurs throughout most of Asia, including India, China and Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn temperate areas, infection usually occurs in late summer and autumn, when mosquitoes are more active. Infection builds up in water birds and then spreads by mosquitoes to pigs during late spring and early summer and finally to humans and horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCases in humans and horses tend to be sporadic or occur in small clusters, but serious outbreaks could occur in a large, susceptible population exposed to infected mosquitoes. Infected horses are dead-end hosts as there is not enough of the virus in their blood to infect mosquitoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evary from a passing fever through to violent neurological signs and death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emild cases: off feed, sluggish and reddened or jaundiced (yellow) mucous membranes (gums)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore serious cases: lethargic with a fluctuating fever, difficulty swallowing, jaundice (yellow), pinpoint haemorrhages in mucous membranes (gums)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enervous signs such as lack of coordination, staggering, falling, aimless wandering and unpredictable behaviour may occur in serious cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esevere cases: blindness with profuse sweating and muscle trembling before collapsing and dying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese encephalitis is caused by a virus related to West Nile virus and Murray Valley encephalitis virus. The virus cycles naturally between water birds (herons and egrets) and mosquitoes. Pigs can also be infected and spread disease causing abortions in pregnant sows and neurological signs in piglets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumans and horses may suffer severe disease from the virus, but they do not spread the disease. Infections without recognisable signs occur in other livestock and animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe disease has an incubation period of 8–10 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSanitary prophylaxis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing animals in-doors in screened stabling can provide protection from mosquitoes o Especially during active JE outbreaks and during peak vector activity (usually dawn to dusk) o Insecticides, repellents and fans also provide protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVector control reduces transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccine is available for horses .\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Vaccine protects horses from clinical disease and possible sequelae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396922269740,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/JEV.png?v=1571166211"},{"product_id":"equine-encephalosis-virus-eev-rt-qpcr","title":"Equine Encephalosis Virus, RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egenome (RNA)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eEquine Encephalosis virus\u003c\/span\u003e (EEV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Encephalosis Virus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEquine Encephalosis (EE) is an arthropod borne febrile non contagious disease of equines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe causative virus, \u003c\/span\u003eEquine encephalosis virus\u003cspan\u003e (EEV), has several serotypes (EEV1-EEV7) and the virus has been reported from southern Africa including Kenya, Botswana and South Africa.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name equine encephalosis is misleading as the disease is not primarily a neurological disorder. Although the majority of infections result only in mild clinical signs, in more severe cases clinical signs include a short period (typically two to five days) of fluctuating fever, accompanied by varying degrees of inappetence\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.5px;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eElevated heart and respiratory rates are also common, and occasionally as a result of nasal congestion, a red-brown discolouration of the mucous membranes may be observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough rare, more severe clinical signs may occur including facial swelling (lips and eyelids), respiratory distress, and petechial haemorrhages of the conjunctivae\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.5px;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e Pregnant mares may also abort during their first 5 months of gestation\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.5px;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.5px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNeurological signs are atypical, but in certain cases hindquarter ataxia, convulsions, hyper-excitability, and depression\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehave been reported.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe mortality rate is normally low, accounting for only 5% of infected animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEEV is transmitted by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCulicoides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e spp. All Equidae may be infected, but only horses exhibit symptoms. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerological evidences in endemic countries indicate that zebras and donkeys might maintain EEV circulation; however, their true role in the transmission is still unknown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-headline\" id=\"Drug_therapy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIn the vast majority of cases (\u003ci\u003ec\u003c\/i\u003e. 90%) the animal will recover without further complications, and a course of anti-inflammatories or appetite stimulants may be administered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally,\u003cspan\u003e antibiotics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare prescribed in order to prevent the appearance of secondary infections.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSome equids show no clinical signs at all but are biliary\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecarriers.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlthough in this instance the animal is not in immediate danger, it must be treated in order to prevent the reemergence of the virus were the\u003cspan\u003e immune system \u003c\/span\u003eto be challenged by another disease simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the absence of an effective vaccine,\u003cspan\u003e vector control \u003c\/span\u003eremains one of the primary methods of prevention. Control of the midges is usually only instigated for domesticated stabled horses, and includes precautionary measures such as the limited use of lights at night, as well as the use of fly repellents and fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396930527276,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Encephalosis.png?v=1571096741"},{"product_id":"rabies-virus-qpcr","title":"Rabies Virus qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e genome (DNA) \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRabies virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 swab - saliva - dry swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Rabies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRabies is a virus that causes a neurological disease that can affect all mammals. When an animal is bitten, the virus migrates to the brain where it causes inflammation, known as encephalitis. It is rapidly progressive and invariably fatal. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe incubation period – the time between the virus’ entry into the body and the onset of clinical signs – averages 2 to 9 weeks, but may be as long as 15 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs can be subtle and could include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSudden change in behaviour (depression to manic);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLameness or being unable to rise;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead-pressing and circling;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePain or difficulty urinating;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscle tremors or convulsions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent and painful erection in absence of sexual interest;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of appetite;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppearance of choke;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeurologic signs such as incoordination and paralysis; and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSudden death can also be seen on occasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe see an increased incidence of rabies infections in horses and other livestock in the late summer and fall when wildlife populations peak. Horses contract rabies through the bite of an infected (rabid) animal, such as a raccoon, fox, skunk or bat. A horse’s curiosity can get the best of him, with bites typically occurring on the horse’s face and muzzle or lower limbs. Most exposures aren’t noticed and most bite wounds aren’t found. Since wildlife may enter barns (especially at night), both horses in stalls and those on pasture are at risk of exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDue to the serious threat for human exposure when handling a horse with rabies, any suspected case of equine rabies should be handled as if it were positive until proven otherwise. You may become infected with the rabies virus through contact with saliva or brain\/nervous system tissue from a rabid animal. Individuals who have been in contact with a horse since the onset of clinical signs should immediately consult with their physician regarding medical treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHorse owners can take advantage of some basic husbandry practices and good common sense to help reduce the risk factors that can contribute to disease incidence. One thing that all of us can do is to keep our feed storage areas neat and clean. Untidy areas with spilled feed invites unwanted guests such as opossums. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKeep your feed in sealed or closed containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCover your hay storage area if possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKeep rodents under control on your property.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscourage visits by opossums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck with local authorities with respect to trapping and relocating opossums or eliminating them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly dispose of any animal carcasses that you may see on or near your property.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean your equine water sources on a regular basis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not feed on the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen transporting horses, make them as comfortable as possible. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29396941832236,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Rabies_virus.png?v=1571096702"},{"product_id":"equine-protozoa-myeloencephalitis-epm-qpcr","title":"Equine Protozoa Myeloencephalitis qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e qPCR \u003c\/strong\u003etest detects the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egenome (DNA) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSarcocystis neurona\u003c\/i\u003e, the pathogen responsible for Equine Protozoa Myeloencephalitis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2- 5 mL - liquor (CSF)  - in EDTA tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efeces - sterile container \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epostmortem tissues. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquine Protozoa Myeloencephalitis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEPM is progressive, degenerative neurological disease of the central nervous system. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe disease is one of the most commonly diagnosed neurological disorders of horses in the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe protozoa does not occur in horse manure, so EPM is not spread between horses. So the horses is considered a dead end host.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSince EPM is a disease of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and it can affect multiple locations within the brain and spinal cord, the signs and severity of this disease can vary dramatically. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003ehough EPM can affect both the brain and spinal cord, it is more common for the signs of disease to be associated with damage to the spinal cord, but we can and do see insult to the brain. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe typically refer to the 3 “A”s of this disease: Asymmetry, Ataxia and Atrophy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetry \u003c\/strong\u003eis a term we use to describe a symptom that is worse on one side of the body than on the opposite side. In other words, with EPM, the signs are generally worse on the left side than on the right or visa versa. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtaxia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a term we use to describe incoordination or the inability of the horse to know exactly where its legs are, resulting in inability to move its legs and trunk normally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAtrophy \u003c\/strong\u003edescribes a condition where the muscles shrink from their normal size. With EPM, this results from damage to the nerves that normally control or “innervate” these muscles. Muscle atrophy is not seen in all cases of EPM, so it is not as consistent a sign of disease as is the asymmetrical ataxia. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLife Cycle of \u003cem\u003eSarcocystis neurona \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eS. neurona has a complex, two-host life cycle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe opossum has been identified as a definitive host of S. neurona. The opossum ingests sarcocysts in muscle tissues of scavenged carcasses of intermediate hosts. The parasite undergoes a form of sexual reproduction within the opossum which produces the sporocyst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSporocysts are shed in the feces of the opossum. Sporocysts can survive in the environment for several months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe horse is an aberrant, intermediate host.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe horse is exposed by ingesting feed or water contaminated with opossum feces that contain sporocysts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe parasite undergoes a form of asexual reproduction in the horse and eventually gains access to the brain and spinal cord \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHorse owners can take advantage of some basic husbandry practices and good common sense to help reduce the risk factors that can contribute to disease incidence. One thing that all of us can do is to keep our feed storage areas neat and clean. Untidy areas with spilled feed invites unwanted guests such as opossums. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your feed in sealed or closed containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover your hay storage area if possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep rodents under control on your property.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscourage visits by opossums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck with local authorities with respect to trapping and relocating opossums or eliminating them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperly dispose of any animal carcasses that you may see on or near your property.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean your equine water sources on a regular basis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not feed on the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen transporting horses, make them as comfortable as possible. Transportation stress can be a contributing factor for EPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397160394796,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EPM.png?v=1571096648"},{"product_id":"hendra-virus-rt-qpcr","title":"Hendra virus RTqPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RT-cPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (RNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof Hendra virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nand\/or\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Hendra virus?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHendra virus (HeV) infection is a rare emerging zoonosis that causes severe and often fatal disease in both infected horses and humans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe natural host of the virus has been identified as being fruit bats of the Pteropodidae Family, Pteropus genus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clinical signs in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehorses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan include: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efrothy nasal mucus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erapid heart rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esweating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emuscle spasms and twitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emuscle weakness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebalance difficulties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erapid deterioration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHendra virus can be transmitted from flying fox to horse, horse to horse and horse to human.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe exact route of transmission is not known, but it is thought that horses become infected via contact or droplet transmission of the virus.This may occur by ingesting material contaminated by infected flying fox body fluids and excretions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile Hendra virus is present in flying fox populations periodically, the likelihood of horses becoming infected is low. Hendra virus can spread from horse to horse through direct contact with infectious body fluids, or through indirect contact via equipment contaminated with infectious body fluids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe few cases of Hendra virus infection in people occurred following high-level exposure to respiratory secretions (e.g. mucus) and\/or blood and other body fluids from an infected horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther people have reported having some contact with infected horses but have remained well, and their blood tests have shown no evidence of Hendra virus infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no evidence of Hendra virus spreading from person to person or from flying foxes to humans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe scientific information available on the disease is not complete. Research continues so that we can learn more about Hendra virus—particularly about how it is transmitted from flying foxes to horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow to reduce the risk of horses becoming infected:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Hendra virus vaccine is available for horses. Vaccination is the single most effective way of reducing the risk of Hendra virus infection in horses. Discuss the option of vaccination with your veterinarian. See Vaccination in this brochure for more information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove horse feed and water containers from under trees. If possible, place feed and water containers under a shelter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove your horses from paddocks where flowering\/fruiting trees may be attracting flying foxes. Return the horses only after the trees have stopped flowering\/fruiting and the flying foxes have gone. If the horses cannot be removed from the paddock, consider fencing (temporary or permanent) to restrict access to flowering\/fruiting trees. Clean up any fruit debris underneath the trees before returning the horses. If it is not possible to remove your horses from paddocks for long periods, try to temporarily remove your horses during times of peak flying fox activity (usually at dusk and during the night).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and disinfect gear exposed to any body fluids from horses before using it on another horse. This includes items like halters, lead ropes and twitches. Talk to your veterinarian about which cleaning agents and disinfectants to use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen cleaning contaminated equipment, wear gloves, cover any cuts or grazes and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your horse becomes sick, isolate it from other horses, other animals and people until a veterinarian’s opinion is obtained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397166424108,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Hendra_virus.png?v=1571154114"},{"product_id":"borna-virus-rt-qpcr","title":"Borna virus, RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RT-cPCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (RNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof Borna virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand\/or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Borna virus?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBorna disease is caused by one of just a few bornaviruses that occur in a wide variety of warm-blooded animals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis virus attacks the nerve cells within the brain itself causing dangerous levels of inflammation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis virus is frequently lethal once symptoms begin presenting themselves, however, antibodies specific to the virus have frequently been found in the blood of animals who are clinically unaffected. This suggests that some horses and other animals may become infected and remain asymptomatic. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBorna disease is a rare viral infection that causes swelling of the nerve cells in the brain, leading to unusual behaviours and seizures, and is frequently fatal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clinical signs of Borna disease usually occur in horses two to three months after the initial exposure, although there have been reports of incubation periods exceeding six months. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlindness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChewing motions \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColic symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollapse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHead-pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHypersensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLack of coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaning \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuscular tremors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParalysis Rapid and involuntary eye movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSawhorse stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSevere depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeakness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYawning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe virus that causes Borna disease in horses is closely related to the bornavirus that affects birds and is believed to be the cause of  Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD) in birds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe transmission methods for these viruses are not well understood, but direct contact with either saliva or nasal secretions are believed to be a common vector. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorna disease emerges more frequently on farms with poor rodent control and hygiene, and instances seem to peak during the months between March to June.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperimental vaccines for immunopathology have had mixed results. In some cases, the immunopathology of the infection caused some vaccines to exacerbate the disease, but recent evidence suggests the possibility of effective inoculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough some preliminary research indicates success with protective vaccination of mice, at this writing, no pre-exposure vaccine has been developed for use with horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe antiviral drug amantadine sulfate may be a potential treatment for Borna disease virus. It has been demonstrated in vitro to inhibit wild-type BDV replication and spread of infection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with prevention of the disease, much research is needed to develop successful treatment strategies because, currently, the fatality rate ranges between 60 to 95 percent for horses, and animals that survive often remain neurologically impaired permanently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397171896364,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Borna_virus.png?v=1665065787"},{"product_id":"equine-viral-arteritis-eva-elisa","title":"Equine Viral ArteritisELISA","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eELISA test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eantibodies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Viral Arteritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine viral arteritis (EVA) is an economically important viral disease of equids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions can become long term carriers of the virus, and transmit it during breeding. Although carrier stallions can be bred if precautions are taken, the need to mate them with seropositive or vaccinated mares decreases their desirability as breeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute illness also occurs in some horses. Although deaths are very rare in healthy adults, pregnant mares that become infected may abort, and very young foals may die of fulminating pneumonia and enteritis. Equine viral arteritis has recently increased in prevalence, possibly due to increased transportation of horses and semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost EAV infections, especially those that occur in mares bred to long-term carriers, are asymptomatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clinical signs are generally more severe in old or very young animals, and in horses that are immunocompromised or in poor condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFulminant infections with severe interstitial pneumonia and\/ or enteritis can be seen in foals up to a few months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystemic illness also occurs in some adults. In adult horses, the clinical signs may include fever, depression, anorexia, limb edema (particularly in the hindlimbs), and dependent edema of the prepuce, scrotum, mammary gland and\/or ventral body wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConjunctivitis, photophobia, periorbital or supraorbital edema and rhinitis can also be seen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortions or stillbirths can occur in mares that are pregnant when they are exposed. Abortions are not necessarily preceded by systemic signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary decreases in fertility, including reduced quality sperm and decreased libido, may be seen in stallions during the acute stage of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Arteritis Virus (EAV) can be transmitted by the respiratory and the venereal routes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcutely affected horses excrete the virus in respiratory secretions; aerosol transmission is common when horses are gathered at racetracks, sales, shows and other events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis virus has also been found in urine and feces during the acute stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt occurs in the reproductive tract of acutely infected mares, and both acutely and chronically infected stallions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn mares, EAV can be found in vaginal and uterine secretions, as well as in the ovary and oviduct, for a short period after infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMares infected late in pregnancy may give birth to infected foals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions shed EAV in semen, and can carry the virus for years. Transmission from stallions can occur by natural service or artificial insemination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome carriers may eventually clear the infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue carrier states have not been reported in mares, geldings or sexually immature colts; however, EAV can occasionally be found for up to six months in the reproductive tract of older prepubertal colts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquine arteritis virus can be transmitted on fomites including equipment, and may be spread mechanically by humans or animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemen remains infectious after freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcutely infected horses should be isolated to prevent transmission in secretions and excretions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecautions should also be taken to avoid spreading the virus on fomites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAV is readily inactivated by detergents, common disinfectants and lipid solvents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo specific treatment is available; however, most healthy horses other than young foals recover on their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood nursing and symptomatic treatment should be used in severe cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination can also help contain outbreaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenereal transmission can be controlled by good management and vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo protect pregnant mares from abortion, they should be separated from other horses and maintained in small groups according to their predicted foaling dates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly acquired horses should be isolated for 3 to 4 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination appears to prevent uninfected stallions from becoming long term carriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions that are not carriers should be vaccinated before the start of the breeding season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepubertal colts are given the vaccine when they are 6-12 months old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier stallions are identified and bred only to well vaccinated or naturally seropositive mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilarly, semen that contains EAV should be used only in these mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause first-time vaccinates may shed field viruses for a short time after exposure, these mares should be isolated from seronegative horses, particularly pregnant mares, for three weeks after breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally infected mares and those that are not first-time vaccinates are isolated for 24-48 hours, to protect other horses from the viruses present in semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier stallions should be housed where they can be physically separated from uninfected horses; in one case, stallions apparently became infected by indirect exposure to semen. However, this appears to be rare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAV is sensitive to sunlight and low humidity, and uninfected stallions have been kept near carriers for years without infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent hygiene and decontamination of fomites should be practiced when breeding infected horses or collecting semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397195292716,"sku":"","price":43.27,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EVA_ELISA.png?v=1571166984"},{"product_id":"equine-viral-arteritis-eva-rt-qpcr","title":"Equine Viral Arteritis RTqPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ethe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e genome (RNA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 mL - semen - sterile tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Equine Viral Arteritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine viral arteritis (EVA) is an economically important viral disease of equids.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions can become long term carriers of the virus, and transmit it during breeding. Although carrier stallions can be bred if precautions are taken, the need to mate them with seropositive or vaccinated mares decreases their desirability as breeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute illness also occurs in some horses. Although deaths are very rare in healthy adults, pregnant mares that become infected may abort, and very young foals may die of fulminating pneumonia and enteritis. Equine viral arteritis has recently increased in prevalence, possibly due to increased transportation of horses and semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost EAV infections, especially those that occur in mares bred to long-term carriers, are asymptomatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clinical signs are generally more severe in old or very young animals, and in horses that are immunocompromised or in poor condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFulminant infections with severe interstitial pneumonia and\/ or enteritis can be seen in foals up to a few months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSystemic illness also occurs in some adults. In adult horses, the clinical signs may include fever, depression, anorexia, limb edema (particularly in the hindlimbs), and dependent edema of the prepuce, scrotum, mammary gland and\/or ventral body wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConjunctivitis, photophobia, periorbital or supraorbital edema and rhinitis can also be seen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortions or stillbirths can occur in mares that are pregnant when they are exposed. Abortions are not necessarily preceded by systemic signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary decreases in fertility, including reduced quality sperm and decreased libido, may be seen in stallions during the acute stage of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquine Arteritis Virus (EAV) can be transmitted by the respiratory and the venereal routes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcutely affected horses excrete the virus in respiratory secretions; aerosol transmission is common when horses are gathered at racetracks, sales, shows and other events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis virus has also been found in urine and feces during the acute stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt occurs in the reproductive tract of acutely infected mares, and both acutely and chronically infected stallions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn mares, EAV can be found in vaginal and uterine secretions, as well as in the ovary and oviduct, for a short period after infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMares infected late in pregnancy may give birth to infected foals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions shed EAV in semen, and can carry the virus for years. Transmission from stallions can occur by natural service or artificial insemination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome carriers may eventually clear the infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue carrier states have not been reported in mares, geldings or sexually immature colts; however, EAV can occasionally be found for up to six months in the reproductive tract of older prepubertal colts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquine arteritis virus can be transmitted on fomites including equipment, and may be spread mechanically by humans or animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemen remains infectious after freezing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcutely infected horses should be isolated to prevent transmission in secretions and excretions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecautions should also be taken to avoid spreading the virus on fomites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAV is readily inactivated by detergents, common disinfectants and lipid solvents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo specific treatment is available; however, most healthy horses other than young foals recover on their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood nursing and symptomatic treatment should be used in severe cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination can also help contain outbreaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenereal transmission can be controlled by good management and vaccination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo protect pregnant mares from abortion, they should be separated from other horses and maintained in small groups according to their predicted foaling dates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewly acquired horses should be isolated for 3 to 4 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVaccination appears to prevent uninfected stallions from becoming long term carriers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStallions that are not carriers should be vaccinated before the start of the breeding season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepubertal colts are given the vaccine when they are 6-12 months old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier stallions are identified and bred only to well vaccinated or naturally seropositive mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilarly, semen that contains EAV should be used only in these mares.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause first-time vaccinates may shed field viruses for a short time after exposure, these mares should be isolated from seronegative horses, particularly pregnant mares, for three weeks after breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally infected mares and those that are not first-time vaccinates are isolated for 24-48 hours, to protect other horses from the viruses present in semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier stallions should be housed where they can be physically separated from uninfected horses; in one case, stallions apparently became infected by indirect exposure to semen. However, this appears to be rare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAV is sensitive to sunlight and low humidity, and uninfected stallions have been kept near carriers for years without infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent hygiene and decontamination of fomites should be practiced when breeding infected horses or collecting semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397208596524,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/EVA_RT-qPCR.png?v=1571167008"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-organism-cemo-qpcr","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis Organism (CEMO), qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PCR\u003c\/span\u003e test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edetects\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ethe\u003cstrong\u003e genome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of \u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ethe most comum bacteria responsible for the\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContagious Equine Metritis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 genital swabs - swab Amies transport with charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– use standard swab with Amies culture and transport system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swabbed – use Minitip Amies culture and transport system. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397235531820,"sku":"","price":73.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/T._equigenitalis_qPCR.png?v=1665065819"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-organism-cemo-culture","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis Organism - CEMO,  7d culture","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eculture test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edetects the presence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003ci\u003e, \u003c\/i\u003ethe most comum bacteria responsible for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContagious Equine Metritis.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 genital swabs - swab Amies transport with charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– use standard swab with Amies culture and transport system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swabbed – use Minitip Amies culture and transport system. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNOTE: Schedule all CEM culture submissions in advance with the laboratory. Multiple culture instances are often required and timing is critical. Official CEM testing generally involves multiple sets of samples taken on multiple days. Exact sampling schedules need to be confirmed with appropriate regulatory agencies in advance of testing. Horses cannot be tested while being treated and for a period of time after treatment with antibiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397245591596,"sku":"","price":92.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/T._equigenitalis_Culture_7d.png?v=1665065819"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-organism-cemo-culture-14-days","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis Organism (CEMO), 14d Culture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis culture test detects the presence \u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e by culturing, the most common bacteria responsible for the Contagious Equine Metritis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 or 3 genital swabs - swab Amies transport with charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– use standard swab with Amies culture and transport system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swabbed – use Minitip Amies culture and transport system. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNOTE: Schedule all CEM culture submissions in advance with the laboratory. Multiple culture instances are often required and timing is critical. Official CEM testing generally involves multiple sets of samples taken on multiple days. Exact sampling schedules need to be confirmed with appropriate regulatory agencies in advance of testing. Horses cannot be tested while being treated and for a period of time after treatment with antibiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397256732716,"sku":"","price":98.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/T._equigenitalis_Culture_14d.png?v=1665065817"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-cem-qpcr","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM), qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening of 3\u003cstrong\u003e pathogens\u003c\/strong\u003e responsible \u003cstrong\u003eContagious Equine Metritis\u003c\/strong\u003e (CEM): \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e qPCR\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eqPCR\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKlebsiela pneumonia\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eqPCR\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 or 3 genital swabs -  use standard swab in dry swabs or transport media for molecular biology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eswab\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swab. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397301985324,"sku":"","price":99.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/CEM_3_Pathogens_qPCR.png?v=1665065816"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-cem-culture-7-days","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM), 7d Culture","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening of 3\u003cstrong\u003e pathogens\u003c\/strong\u003e responsible for \u003cstrong\u003eContagious Equine Metritis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(CEM):\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis by\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e Culture over 7 days\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCulture \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKlebsiela pneumonia\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCulture\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 or 3 genital swabs in swab Amies transport medium with charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– use standard swab with Amies culture and transport system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swabbed – use Minitip Amies culture and transport system. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNOTE: Schedule all CEM culture submissions in advance with the laboratory. Multiple culture instances are often required and timing is critical. Official CEM testing generally involves multiple sets of samples taken on multiple days. Exact sampling schedules need to be confirmed with appropriate regulatory agencies in advance of testing. Horses cannot be tested while being treated and for a period of time after treatment with antibiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397311488044,"sku":"","price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/CEM_3_Pathogens_7d.png?v=1665065814"},{"product_id":"contagious-equine-metritis-cem-culture-14-days","title":"Contagious Equine Metritis (CEM), 14d Culture","description":"\u003cp\u003eScreening of 3\u003cstrong\u003e pathogens\u003c\/strong\u003e responsible for \u003cstrong\u003eContagious Equine Metritis\u003c\/strong\u003e (CEM):\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis by c\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003eulture over 14 days\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa by\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e culture \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eKlebsiela pneumonia by\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e culture\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 or 3 genital swabs in Amies transport  medium with charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClitoral fossa\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e– use standard swab with Amies culture and transport system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClitoral sinuses\u003c\/strong\u003e swabbed – use Minitip Amies culture and transport system. Openings to the sinuses are on the dorsum of the clitoris - the central one is usually always present whereas the lateral sinuses may be multiple or not be present. Swab all that are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ecervical\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (closed cervix if pregnant or mid-cycle) or \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eendometrial\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e(while in estrus or true anestrus) swab – use guarded 25” swab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNOTE: Schedule all CEM culture submissions in advance with the laboratory. Multiple culture instances are often required and timing is critical. Official CEM testing generally involves multiple sets of samples taken on multiple days. Exact sampling schedules need to be confirmed with appropriate regulatory agencies in advance of testing. Horses cannot be tested while being treated and for a period of time after treatment with antibiotics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Contagious Equine Metritis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious equine metritis is an inflammatory disease of the proximal and distal reproductive tract of the mare caused by \u003cem\u003eTaylorella equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, which usually results in temporary infertility. It is a nonsystemic infection, the effects of which are restricted to the reproductive tract of the mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen present, general clinical signs include endometritis, cervicitis and vaginitis of variable severity and a slight to copious mucopurulent vaginal discharge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn mares there are two states of infection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe active state\u003c\/strong\u003e in which the main outward sign is a vulval discharge, which may range from very mild to extremely profuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe carrier state\u003c\/strong\u003e in which there are no outward signs of infection. However, the mare remains capable of transmitting infection because the bacteria are established on the surface of the clitoris, the clitoral fossa and sinuses and, in the case of pneumoniae and \u003cem\u003eP. aeruginosa\u003c\/em\u003e, sometimes in the urethra and bladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI\u003cem\u003en stallions: (‘stallion’ means mating stallions, teasers and stallions used for AI)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInfected stallions do not usually show clinical signs of infection but the bacteria are present on their penis, sheath and. These stallions can infect mares during mating, teasing or AI.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally, the bacteria may invade the stallion’s sex glands, causing pus and bacteria to contaminate the semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDirect venereal contact during natural mating presents the highest risk for the transmission of \u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e from a contaminated stallion or an infected mare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect venereal transmission can also take place by artificial insemination using infective raw, chilled and possibly frozen semen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndirectly, infection may be acquired through fomite transmission, manual contamination, inadequate observance of appropriate biosecurity measures at the time of breeding and at semen- collection centres. Stallions can become asymptomatic carriers of\u003cem\u003e equigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe principal sites of colonisation by the bacterium are the urogenital membranes (urethral fossa, urethral sinus, terminal urethra and penile sheath).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe sites of persistence of \u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e in the majority of carrier mares are the clitoral sinuses and fossa and infrequently the uterus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFoals born of carrier mares may also become carriers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe organism can infect equid species other than horses, e.g. donkeys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf infection with \u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e is suspected in any mare, stallion or teaser on the basis of clinical signs, all breeding activities must cease immediately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe affected horse(s) should be isolated and swabbed by the attending veterinary surgeon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange swabbing of any at risk horse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisinfect all equipment used for breeding procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform all owners of mares booked to the stallion, including any which have already left the premises;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInform people to whom semen from the stallion has been sent;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrange for one straw from every ejaculate of stored semen from infected and at risk stallions to be tested by a laboratory. If a straw from any ejaculate is infected, all straws from that ejaculate should be destroyed;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny at risk pregnant mare must be foaled in isolation. The placenta must be incinerated. Foals born to these mares should be swabbed three times, at intervals of not less than seven days, before three months of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny mares with an abnormal vaginal exudate, or returning to oestrus prematurely, should be investigated and managed as though infected with \u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e until results of laboratory testing prove otherwise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf carriers of \u003cem\u003eequigenitalis\u003c\/em\u003e are detected, the organism can be eliminated by treatment with systemic and\/or local antibiotics combined with antiseptic washing of the sites of persistence in the mare and the stallion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397322629164,"sku":"","price":100.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/CEM_3_Pathogens_14d.png?v=1571150667"},{"product_id":"clamydia-qpcr","title":"Chlamydiosis, qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the \u003cem\u003eClamydia psittaci\u003c\/em\u003e, the bacteria responsible for Chlamydiosis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 genital swabs - sterile swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gr - placental or foetal tissues - sterile flask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Chlamydiosis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eChlamydia psittaci\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a bacterium carried by birds. It can cause a respiratory disease in people called Psittacosis and has also been linked to abortion in mares.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29397337210924,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Clamydia.png?v=1665065804"},{"product_id":"salmonella-abortus-qpcr","title":"Salmonellosis qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the \u003ci\u003eSalmonella serovar \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cem\u003eabortus-equi,\u003c\/em\u003e the bacteria responsible for Salmonellosis and abortion in equines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 genital swabs - sterile swab \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n     and\/or\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gr - placental or foetal tissues - sterile flask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e     and\/or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat is Salmonellosis?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContagious and zoonotic bacterial infection caused by \u003cem\u003eSalmonella spp,\u003c\/em\u003e of which there are \u0026gt;2500 serotypes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbortion with infection by Salmonella serovar abortus-equi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinically normal horses can transiently shed Salmonella, with shedding more common during: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcurrent illness: antibacterial usage, physiological disturbance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress: transportation, social, nutritional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGastrointestinal disturbance: motility (especially colic), feed change \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiarrhoea (soft feces to projectile, watery diarrhoea) is most common, however, horses may have normal feces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFever (patient may have normal temperature, especially if treated with NSAIDs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLethargy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnorexia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocalised infection (e.g. joint or bone infection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSepsis\/septic shock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminitis as a common sequel to enterocolitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoals are commonly more seriously affected when compared to older horses, with profound systemic illness including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHemorrhagic diarrhoea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePneumonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeningitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysitis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptic arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFecal-oral spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngestion of contaminated material (pasture, roughage, feed or water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFomites are a significant means of indirect transmission of infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent shedding by subclinically infected horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerosol transmission has been suspected in other species; evidence of this route in horses is lacking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasures Biosecurity Guidelines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQuarantine horses that develop diarrhoea and\/or fever. If a separate stall or paddock is not available, establish barrier precautions at their current location\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIsolate horses following significant colic episodes, impactions (notably small colon), or colic surgery to reduce environmental contamination and potential exposure of other horses should Salmonella subsequently be recovered on fecal culture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevent horses that have come in contact with known infected or clinical cases from mixing with the general population\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eContaminated stall and equipment should have all organic material removed. Dispose of organic matter in a manner which prevents contamination of the facility (do not spread on pastures). Disinfection can be performed after all organic matter has been removed and the surfaces cleaned. Pressure washers or hoses should not be used as they can aerosolise Salmonella, potentially contaminating other parts of the facility or infecting a susceptible horse or human\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNo commercially available validated vaccine is currently marketed. For animals with positive cultures while clinically ill:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBefore removing restrictions, following resolution of clinical signs, conduct a series of fecal cultures (see Diagnostic Sampling, Testing and Handling) to determine if all negative\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhere culture is not performed, isolation up to 30 days may be required to minimize risk of exposure of other horses from convalescent shedding of previously infected horses following the cessation of clinical signs (fever, diarrhoea). • Isolate horse for 30 days from resident horses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eObtain 5 consecutive negative fecal cultures prior to releasing horse into the general population\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrior to entry into the general population the horse should be housed in an environment that can be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIf the horse is turned out in a paddock, manure should be promptly removed and appropriately disposed of in a manner that avoids potential contamination of other areas of the facility. Caretakers should wear personal protective equipment. After the horse is released, the paddock should be harrowed to encourage drying and kept unused for 30 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29399475224620,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Salmonella.png?v=1571135503"},{"product_id":"vesicular-stomatitis-rt-qpcr","title":"VE Vesicular Stomatitis RT-qPCR","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e RT-qPCR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan\u003edetects the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003egenome (RNA)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eof\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003eIndiana\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eJersey\u003c\/em\u003e virus strains responsible for Vesicular Stomatitis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Vesicular Stomatitis?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVesicular Stomatitis (VS) is a contagious disease that afflicts horses, livestock, wildlife and even humans. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe disease is caused by a virus, which although rarely life threatening, can have significant financial impact on the horse industry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVesicular Stomatitis is a reportable disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEquestrian event organisers may also choose to cancel horse shows, and other equestrian activities in the surrounding area. Interstate and international movement of horses may also be restricted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen vesicular stomatitis occurs in horses, blister-like lesions usually develop on the tongue, mouth lining, nose or lips. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn some cases, lesions can develop on the coronary bands, or on the udder or sheath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhen VS is suspected, an exact diagnosis should be obtained by testing the blood for virus-specific antibodies or by testing swabs from the lesions to identify the presence of the virus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTesting is necessary to rule out the possibility that the lesions are caused by photosensitivity (sunburn), irritating feeds or weeds, or toxicity from non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications like phenylbutazone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe disease generally runs its course within two weeks, although it may take as long as two months for the sores to entirely heal. Live virus can often be isolated from the lesions for up to a week after the lesions appear.  During this time, the horse remains infective and the potential remains for the disease to spread to other animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere are still some questions regarding how vesicular stomatitis is transmitted and why it only occurs sporadically in the U.S. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe disease is distributed only in North, Central, and South America, with a greater incidence in warmer regions. Due to the seasonal occurrence of VS during summer through early fall, it is believed that insects such as biting flies and midges contribute to maintaining the lifecycle of the virus.  Black flies, sand flies, and midges are known to transmit the virus, but there may be other insect vectors that have not yet been identified. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eVS also can be passed from horse to horse by contact with saliva or fluid from ruptured blisters. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePhysical contact between animals, or contact with buckets, equipment, housing, trailers, feed, bedding, shared water troughs or other items used by an infected horse can provide a ready means of spread. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrevention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBy observing the following guidelines you can help prevent the occurrence of VS: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHealthy horses are more disease resistant so provide good nutrition, regular exercise, deworming and routine vaccinations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate new horses for at least 21 days before introducing them into the herd or stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserve your horse closely. Immediately isolate any horse that shows signs of infection and contact your veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement an effective insect control program. Keep stabling areas clean and dry. Remove manure and eliminate potential breeding grounds (standing water, muddy areas) for insect vectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse individual rather than communal feeders, waterers, and equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean and disinfect feed bunks, waterers, horse trailers and other equipment regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe sure that your farrier and other equine professionals who come into direct contact with your animals exercise due care so as not to spread the disease from one horse or facility to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn farms where VS has been confirmed, isolate any animals with lesions away from others and handle healthy animals first, ill animals last. Handlers should then shower, change clothing and disinfect equipment to prevent exposing others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone handling infected horses should implement proper biosafety methods, including wearing latex gloves and washing hands after handling animals with lesions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are sponsoring an event during an outbreak, require a more recent health certificate on every horse entering the venue and consider having a veterinarian visually inspect all horses at check-in.  Work with your event veterinarian to establish isolation and response procedures that can be implemented quickly if a suspect case is identified at the venue.   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29399479287852,"sku":"","price":61.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Vesicular_Stomatitis.png?v=1572560619"},{"product_id":"glanders-burkholderia-mallei-qpcr","title":"Glanders Burkholderia mallei qPCR","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PCR test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e detects the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egenome (DNA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBurkholderia mallei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e the bacteria responsible for Glanders in equines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Glanders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGlanders is a contagious and fatal disease of horses, donkeys, and mules, caused by infection with the bacterium \u003cem\u003eBurkholderia mallei.\u003c\/em\u003eThe pathogen causes nodules and ulcerations in the upper respiratory tract and lungs. A skin form also occurs, known as ‘farcy’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eControl of glanders requires testing of suspect clinical cases, screening of apparently normal equids, and elimination of positive reactors. As \u003cem\u003eB. mallei\u003c\/em\u003e can be transmitted to humans, all infected\/contaminated or potentially infected\/contaminated material must be handled in a laboratory with appropriate biosafety and biosecurity controls following a biorisk analysis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlanders is an OIE listed disease as described in the Terrestrial Animal Health Code of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE). As indicated in the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code any occurrence of glanders must be notified to the OIE.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe disease causes nodules and ulcerations in the respiratory tract and lungs in animals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA skin form, known as ‘farcy’, also occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth acute and chronic forms of the disease have been described.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute forms occur most frequently in donkeys and mules, with high fever and respiratory signs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn horses, glanders generally takes a more chronic course and they may survive for several years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are four recognised clinical presentations of glanders: nasal, pulmonary, cutaneous and asymptomatic carrier. These different forms of glanders are usually referred to according to the location of the initial infection. The nasal and pulmonary forms tend to be more acute while the cutaneous form is a chronic process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflammatory nodules and ulcers develop in the nasal passages and give rise to a sticky yellow discharge. Stellate scarring follows upon healing of the ulcers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe formation of nodular abscesses in the lungs is accompanied by progressive debility, coughing and may also be accompanied by diarrhoea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the cutaneous form (“farcy’), the lymph vessels are enlarged; nodular abscesses form along their course, which then ulcerate and discharge yellow pus. Nodules are regularly found in the liver and spleen, leading to wasting and death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe most common source of infection is ingestion of contaminated food or water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContaminated aerosols (produced by coughing and sneezing), and contaminated fomites brought to the animals via grooming equipment and tack may also be a source of infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bacteria can also enter the body through contact with lesions or abrasions of the skin or through mucosa. In this case, a local infection with ulceration may develop spreading to other parts of the body in the course of the disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoor husbandry and feeding conditions as well as animal transport can be predisposing factors. Unsanitary conditions and over-crowded stables are risk factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrevention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTo date, no treatment with veterinary drugs is capable to cure the infection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl of glanders requires early detection and diagnostic testing of suspected clinical cases, screening of apparently normal equids, and elimination of positive cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor glanders-free countries, there are recommendations on importing equines. An international veterinary certificate is required attesting that the animals showed no clinical signs of glanders and were kept in an exporting country free of the disease for at least 6 months prior to shipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29399883677740,"sku":"","price":55.35,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/B._mallei.png?v=1572428989"},{"product_id":"african-horse-sickness-ahs-elisa","title":"African Horse Sickness, ELISA","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePathogen test \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e ELISA \u003c\/strong\u003etest \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edetects antibodies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto\u003cspan\u003e the African Horse Sickness Virus (AHSV).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - serum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5 working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is African Horse Sickness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfrican Horse Sickness (AHS) is a serious, often fatal disease of horses, mules, and donkeys. 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Death rates can be as high as 95% for some forms of the disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe pulmonary\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003erespiratory form\u003c\/strong\u003e occurs rapidly (within days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigns of disease include fever, difficulty breathing, coughing, sweating, and frothy discharge from the nostrils. Death usually occurs within a few hours after illness is seen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecardiac form\u003c\/strong\u003e of the disease causes fever and swelling (edema) around the eyes, lips, cheeks, tongue, and neck. Death usually occurs due to heart failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome affected animals may have both pulmonary and cardiac signs of disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome animals may only develop a cyclic fever (high in the afternoon, gone in the morning). These animals may also have depression and a decreased appetite. 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Monitor your horse’s temperature. Horses with fevers should be examined by your veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is no comercial vaccine for any serotype of AHS currently available in Europe. A vaccine bank is being developed by the European Commission that will hold 100,000 doses of vaccine against seven different AHS serotypes. 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hair roots - envelope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nor\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/F_ISAG_MEMBER_small.jpg?v=1563820312\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe relationship between Lethal White Foal Syndrome (LWFS) and the frame overo coat pattern is not always straightforward. Usually carriers of LWFS are frame overo in pattern, and have 1 copy of the mutated allele (nL). But not all frame overo horses carry the mutated allele, some have the genotype (nn).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd some horses with other coat patterns (including solid coloured paints and tobiano) have been found to carry the mutated allele.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt should also be remembered that not all white foals have the genotype (LL) ,and may not be affected by LWFS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00afab;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eResults description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe DNA test verifies the presence of the mutation associated to the Overo and presents results as one of the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eN\/\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eNon-Overo\u003c\/strong\u003e or ‘solid’ horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eO\/N\u003c\/b\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eFrame Overo\u003c\/strong\u003e horse. Horse carries just a single copy of frame Overo. Since frame Overo is a dominant gene, the coat pattern should be present in all horses with a single copy of the mutated gene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eO\/\u003c\/strong\u003e – A \u003cstrong\u003eLethal White Foal Syndrome\u003c\/strong\u003e (LWFS). Foal carries two copies, homozygous for frame Overo. Since no living frame Overo horse more than a week old will test as being homozygous, it applies only to horses in the Lethal White condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrame Overo is a highly desirable white pattern gene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll Frame Overo horses carry a single inherited copy of the Ile118Lys EDNRB mutation. This mutation causes pigment loss, producing white markings on certain areas of the horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhile the mutation produces visually desirable horses, it is also linked to a fatal condition known as Lethal White Foal Syndrome (LWFS), whereby a foal is born almost pure white in appearance, and dies within its first few days of life. Correct breeding can avoid this occurrence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLWFS occurs when a horse inherits two copies of the mutated gene, one from both parents. Whereas horses with just one copy of the gene will live normally and exhibit the desirable pattern. A horse with two copies of the mutated gene will suffer intestinal abnormalities caused by undeveloped nerves of the foal’s digestive system. These animals die within the first 72 hours of being born and are typically euthanized sooner for humane reasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrame Overo horses which carry just a single copy of the gene, will pass one copy of it to their foals approximately 50% of the time when bred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTherefore, when breeding an Overo horse to a solid non-Overo horse, the foal can only inherit one copy. However, if two Overo horses are bred together they could potentially both pass the Overo gene to the foal, meaning it inherits two copies. Horses which inherit two copies of Frame Overo will suffer the Lethal White condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eProper mating must be carried out to ensure that two frame Overo horses do not breed. 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This\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e test verifies the presence of the recessive LFS gene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 to 40 - hair roots - envelope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c739d2;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 to 5  working days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/files\/F_ISAG_MEMBER_small.jpg?v=1563820312\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e8b80d;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis genetic test determines LFS clear, carrier or affected status. Informed choices can be made for breeding selections, and prevent the born of affected foals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #00afab;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eResults description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe DNA test verifies the presence of the recessive LFS gene and presents results as one of the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e N\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e–\u003cstrong\u003e Non-carrier\u003c\/strong\u003e of the LFS gene. Tested negative for the LFS gene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN\/LFS\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eHeterozygous\u003c\/strong\u003e horse for LFS, both the normal and LFS alleles were detected. The horse is a carrier of LFS genetic disorder and there is a 50% chance this horse will pass a LFS allele to its offspring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLFS\/\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cstrong\u003eHomozygous\u003c\/strong\u003e horse for LFS, carrier of two copies of the LFS gene. The horse is affected with the LFS genetic disorder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLavender Foal Syndrome (LFS) is a recessive genetic disorder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAffected foals born with the unique diluted coat color that can appear to be pale lavender, pale pink or silver. This foals-often have a difficult delivery, problems standing at birth and usually have episodes where they rigidly extend their limbs, neck and back. These episodes tend to resemble a seizure, although the affected foal does not seem normal between episodes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll affected foals are usually euthanised within days or weeks of birth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLFS is rare and is considered to be an autosomal recessive trait. “Autosomal” means that there is no sex linkage, so both males and females can be equally affected. “Recessive” means that in order for a foal to be affected, it must have received two copies of the mutated gene, inheriting one copy from each parent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHorses that have one copy of the mutated gene, in combination with one copy of the normal gene, are physically normal but are considered carriers and have a 50% probability, each time they are bred, of passing the mutation along to their offspring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe SNP mutation that causes LFS has not been detected in other breeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTesting for this mutation in horses with no Arabian blood lines is not recommended. However, in cases where pedigree is not known, testing could be a useful tool to prevent possible affected foals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equigerminal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29435115274284,"sku":"","price":43.05,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2726\/7968\/products\/Lavander_Foal.png?v=1571095199"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.equigerminal.org\/en-fr\/collections\/all\/horse-check-up.oembed","provider":"Equigerminal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}