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Westerse paardenencefalitis, RT-qPCR

Name: Westerse paardenencefalitis, RT-qPCR
Brand: Equigerminal
Price: 61.5 EUR

De RT-qPCR test detecteert het genoom (RNA) van het virus van de westelijke paardenencefalitis (WEE). Monster 5 ml - bloed...

€61.50 Incl. BTW

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

Waarom testen?

Testing is recommended to:

Detect active Western Equine Encephalitis Virus (WEEV) infection.
Support early diagnosis of horses with neurological disease.
Differentiate WEE from other mosquito-borne encephalitis viruses.
Assist disease surveillance and outbreak investigations.
Support timely veterinary intervention and biosecurity measures.

Klinische tekenen

WEE viruses affect the nervous system, so affected animals will have fever, depression and changes in behaviour.
Signs of infection may also include impaired vision, muscle twitches, circling or head pressing behaviours, the inability to swallow, paralysis and convulsions.
Survival rates of horses infected with WEE is 70-80%.

Transmissie

The virus is transmitted to people and horses by bites from infected mosquitoes and birds during wet, summer months

Preventie

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

Voorbeeld

5 mL - blood - K3 EDTA tube
5mL - liquor (CSF) - sterile tube

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

Which horses should be tested?

Horses showing neurological signs, fever, behavioural changes, or animals living in areas where Western Equine Encephalitis occurs.

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 Western Equine Encephalitis Virus (WEEV), confirming active infection.

Is there a vaccine available?

Yes. Vaccination is available for horses and is recommended in endemic regions as part of a comprehensive mosquito control programme.

How long does the test take?

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