Name: VEE Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis RT-qPCR
Brand: Equigerminal
Price: 61.5 EUR

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VEE Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis RT-qPCR

Pathogen test The RT-qPCR test detects the genome (RNA) of Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE) virus. Sample 5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube 5mL - liquor...

€61.50

Sample Requirements

5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube

5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube

Send your sample by regular mail or express delivery to:

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

Turnaround Time

2 to 5 working days

About the test

This RT-qPCR test detects the RNA of Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Virus (VEEV), providing rapid and highly sensitive detection of active infection. It is recommended for horses showing neurological signs or when VEE infection is suspected.

Why test?

Testing is recommended to:

Detect active Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Virus (VEEV) infection.
Support rapid diagnosis of horses with neurological disease.
Differentiate VEE from other causes of equine encephalitis.
Assist disease surveillance and outbreak investigations.
Support biosecurity and movement control measures.

How it works

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

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

✨ Sample Collection: Your veterinarian collects the required blood and/or CSF sample.

📄 Download Submission Form: Download the printable submission form.

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

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

📄 Receive Results: Get your result certificate by email.

Clinical signs

Clinical signs may include:

Fever.
Depression.
Behavioural changes.
Impaired vision.
Muscle tremors or twitching.
Head pressing or circling.
Difficulty swallowing.
Paralysis.
Convulsions.
Sudden death in severe cases.

Transmission

Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Virus is transmitted through:

Bites from infected mosquitoes.
Mosquito transmission involving wild bird and animal reservoirs.
Increased transmission during warm and wet seasons that favour mosquito populations.

Prevention

Vaccines for EEE are available for horses.
Measures to control mosquito populations and minimize mosquito exposure will decrease chances of infection.

FAQs

Which horses should be tested?

Horses showing neurological signs, fever, behavioural changes, or those located in areas where Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis is present or suspected.

What samples are required?

A 5 mL blood sample collected in a K3 EDTA tube and/or 5 mL cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) collected in a sterile tube.

What does the RT-qPCR test detect?

The test detects the RNA of Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis Virus (VEEV), confirming active infection.

Can humans become infected?

Yes. Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis is a zoonotic disease that can infect humans through mosquito bites.

How long does the test take?

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