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Equine herpesvirus type 4, qPCR

Name: Equine herpesvirus type 4, qPCR
Brand: Equigerminal
Price: 55.35 EUR
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qPCR-test: Detecteert het genoom (DNA) van equine herpesvirus type 4 (EHV-4). Moleculaire detectie van EHV-4 met PCR is de meest...

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The qPCR test detects the genome (DNA) of Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4).

Molecular detection by qPCR is the most sensitive, specific and accurate method for assessing the infectivity of affected horses.

What is Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4)?

Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4) is distributed worldwide and is an important cause of respiratory disease in horses.

Clinical signs often overlap with those of other respiratory infections, making laboratory testing essential for an accurate diagnosis.

Waarom testen?

The qPCR test provides rapid and accurate detection of Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4) and supports the diagnosis of respiratory disease associated with EHV-4 infection.

Klinische tekenen

Infection is primarily restricted to the respiratory tract and associated lymph nodes.
Respiratory disease is the main clinical presentation.
Abortion in pregnant mares is uncommon with EHV-4 strains.
Most infected horses establish latent infection, with viral shedding potentially reactivating during periods of stress.

Transmissie

Transmission occurs through:

Aerosolised respiratory secretions from coughing horses.
Direct horse-to-horse contact.
Indirect contact via contaminated equipment or objects (fomites).
Nasal secretions from clinically healthy carrier horses.

The air and environment surrounding infected horses may also become contaminated with the virus.

Preventie

As latent carrier horses are common, eradication from a herd is extremely difficult.

Preventive measures include:

Routine vaccination to increase herd immunity.
Good herd management practices.
Keeping horses in small, closed groups whenever possible.
Minimising stress to reduce viral reactivation.
During outbreaks:
Isolate affected horses.
Disinfect contaminated facilities and equipment.
Implement strict biosecurity protocols.

Resultaten

The qPCR test detects the genome (DNA) of Equine Herpesvirus Type 4 (EHV-4).

Voorbeeld

1 nasal or nasopharyngeal swab ( see AAEP guidelines)
5 mL - K3 EDTA tube
20 gr - placental or foetal tissue - sterile flask

Doorlooptijd

2 to 5 working days

Hoe het werkt

🛒 Koop de test: kies de test en koop hem online.

📧 Ontvang de instructies: na bevestiging van de betaling ontvangt u de instructies voor het afnemen van het monster per e-mail.

📄 Vul het formulier in: print het inzendformulier en vul het in met de identificatie van het dier.

✨ Neem het monster af: trek 20 tot 40 haren met wortel (bulbus) uit en plak ze in het gemarkeerde vak op het formulier, of laat uw dierenarts bloed afnemen in een K3-EDTA-buis.

📮 Stuur het naar het laboratorium: Equigerminal, S.A., HIESE, Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro, 25, Quinta Vale do Espinhal, 3230-343 Penela, PORTUGAL.

📊 Ontvang het rapport: het gecertificeerde rapport wordt uitgegeven zodra de analyse is gevalideerd.

Veelgestelde vragen

Who collects the sample? Your veterinarian. See Sample for the material and the volume this test requires.

How should the sample be sent? Keep it cool and send it by tracked courier as soon as it is collected. Shipping is arranged and paid for by the client.

What happens if the sample arrives unsuitable? We contact you before processing and ask for a new sample.

Can other tests be added to the same sample? Often yes, if the material and the volume allow it. Ask us before shipping.

How long does it take? See Turnaround. The count starts when the sample arrives at the laboratory, not when you order.

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For sample collection, follow the current AAEP guidelines for nasal or nasopharyngeal swab collection.