A Rapid and Precise Diagnostic Test for the Detection of Influenza Virus in Dogs
Canine Influenza (dog flu) is caused by specific Type A Influenza virus including H3N8 virus and H3N2 virus. H3N2 virus is responsible for the 2015 outbreak in Chicago, and it generally causes more sever symptoms than H3N8. The mortality rate of the disease is low; however, the contagiousness is high among dog population.
Canine Influenza is spread mainly through respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing. Surface contaminated by diseased dogs can also spread the disease. The severity of the infection ranges from mild to severe. Most dogs recover within 2 to 3 weeks, but secondary infection with bacteria and severe pneumonia could cause death in some cases. The clinical signs of the disease include:
- Cough
- Sneezing, nasal discharge
- Fever, reduced appetite, but not all dogs will show signs of illness..
PCR examination of respiratory samples can detect the present infection, while serologic evidence may not reflect the disease status during the acute phase. QubeMDx provides vets the molecular diagnostic solution at the point-of-care to detect Canine Influenza virus, benefiting the disease treatment and control. Dogs suspected or infected with canine Influenza virus should be isolated for 3-4 weeks when the virus can still be shedding regardless of the clinical appearance.
Treatment for canine Influenza is largely symptomatic and supportive. Little information is known about the efficacy and safety of some common antiviral drugs used in humans when applied to canine species.
A TOTAL DIAGNOSTIC SOLUTION
Using a proprietary Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technology, the QubeMDx performs the detection of CANINE PARVOVIRUS in only 15 minutes.
The QubeMDx is a real Point-of-Care solution that empowers the veterinarian with the right information, at the right time, so they can make the right decision and provide the best course of treatment for the animal.
|
|
QubeMDx ADVANTAGES
|
Fast : 15 minutes to result |
Read the results, provide a diagnosis, and start the treatment within the same visit. |
|
Accurate |
Accuracy comparable to reference laboratory tests for a more confident diagnosis. |
|
Cost Effective |
Only a fraction of the price of current solutions to save money with each test with affordable reagents. |
|
User Friendly |
Simplified sample preparation, intuitive interface, and easy to read results to reduce training time and increase confidence. |
|
Reliable |
Simplified sample preparation, intuitive interface, and easy to read results to reduce training time and increase confidence. |
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
