Antech Diagnostics Test Guide
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Digoxin
- Test Code
- T735
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or other non-additive tube collected 8-hours post pill.
- Test Description
- Digoxin level
Interferences: Hemolysis, gel may interfere with test. Do not use a serum separator tube for sample draw or submission.
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Direct Coombs’ Test (Warm)
- Test Code
- T540
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL of EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube.
- Test Description
- Used to investigate hemolytic anemia.
Test should be performed within 24-hours of sample collection.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Distemper Parvo Vaccinal Titer
- Test Code
- T565
- Results:
- 1-3 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- This test detects IgG antibodies against canine parvovirus and canine distemper virus using ELISA. Results are reported as positive (protective) or negative (insufficient neutralizing antibody detected).This test is not to be used in patient suspected of having distemper or parvovirus infection.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia. This test should not be used on dogs with current or recent clinical signs of distemper or parvovirus infection as a positive may indicate a response to infection rather than protection.
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Distemper PCR
- Test Code
- S16501
- Results:
- 5-7 business days
- Specimen
- 2.0 mL urine in urine transport tube, whole blood (EDTA) in lavender top tube, CSF OR other body cavity fluid in red top or lavender top.
- Test Description
- Interferences: Aged samples.
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Distemper Smear, FA
- Test Code
- S16250
- Results:
- 1-5 days.
- Specimen
- 0.2 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube (in order to prepare 1 or more smears); or unstained peripheral blood, buffy coat or urine sediment smear(s).
- Test Description
- This test is helpful in making a diagnosis of distemper, in the absence of recent vaccination, when used in conjunction with clinical signs.
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Distemper Titer-Virus Neutraliz.
- Test Code
- S16107
- Results:
- 10-14 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Serum neutralization assay (SN) for detection of neutralizing antibodies to Canine Distemper Virus (CDV).
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Distemper Vaccinal Titer
- Test Code
- T560
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- This test detects IgG antibodies against canine distemper virus. The result is reported as positive or negative. A titer is not reported. This test is not to be used in patients suspected to be ill from distemper virus infection.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Distemper/Parvo IgG End Point Titer
- Test Code
- T675
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Distemper IgG End PT Titer, Parvo IgG End Point
This test provides an endpoint IgG titer for Canine Distemper and Canine Parvovirus exposure.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Distemper/Parvo Titer, Add-on
- Test Code
- ADD270
- Results:
- 1-3 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- This test detects IgG antibodies against canine parvovirus and canine distemper virus using ELISA. Results are reported as positive (protective) or negative (insufficient neutralizing antibody detected). This test is not to be used in patient suspected of having distemper or parvovirus infection.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia. This test does not give an endpoint titer result. This test is only meant to be used to determine if the amount of antibody present would be sufficient to protect the patient in the face of exposure. This test should not be used on dogs with current or recent clinical signs of distemper or parvovirus infection.
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Ear Culture
- Test Code
- M255
- Results:
- 3-5 days. Preliminary report available every 24-hours. Final culture result available in 72-hours.
- Specimen
- Culturette from ear.
- Test Description
- Ear Aerobic Culture and Sensitivity
An aerobic culture of material obtained from the ear canal.
Interferences: Antibiotics.
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Ehrlichia canis
- Test Code
- T570
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- This test detects antibodies (IgG) directed against Ehrlichia canis.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia. Canine only. Test is not valid for export purposes.
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Ehrlichia canis, Add-on
- Test Code
- ADD05
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Antibodies for Ehrlichia canis evaluated for by IFA.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Ehrlichiosis Serology Panel, Canine
- Test Code
- S16900
- Results:
- 1-7 days.
- Specimen
- 2.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Ehrlichia canis, Anaplasma phagocytophilum AB, and Neorickettsia risticii AB.
Evaluates for the presence of antibodies indicating exposure to Ehrlichia canis, Anaplasma phagocytophilum, and Neorickettsia risticii.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Electrolyte Screen
- Test Code
- T140
- Results:
- 24 hours.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Sodium, potassium, sodium/potassium ratio, chloride, bicarbonate and anion gap.
Evaluation of serum sodium, potassium, sodium/potassium ratio, chloride, bicarbonate, and anion gap.
Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.
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Encephalitozoon cuniculi IgG Ab
- Test Code
- S16877
- Results:
- 3-5 days.
- Specimen
- 0.1 mL serum in red top or other non-additive tube.
- Test Description
- Interferences: Marked hemolysis.
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Endogenous ACTH
- Test Code
- T435
- Results:
- 2-3 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL aprotinin treated EDTA plasma in non-additive transport tube (labeled as AP treated plasma).
- Test Description
- Endogenous ACTH used for small animal testing.
Note: Endogenous ACTH is extremely labile. Immediately separated and frozen EDTA-plasma without aprotinin may be acceptable but is NOT the preferred sample. Serum or heparinized plasma is not acceptable for endogenous ACTH testing. Call lab to obtain an aprotinin-treated lavender top tube and transfer tube.
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Environmental Culture
- Test Code
- M076
- Results:
- 3-4 days. Preliminary report available every 24-hours. Final culture result available in 72-hours.
- Specimen
- Culturette of environmental sample.
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Test Request Forms
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AC
AccuPlex Multi-Test
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COHW
Canine Occult Heartworm Multi-Test
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DERM
Dermatopathology Consult
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Form 1
General
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Form 2
Avian & Exotic
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Form 3
Histopathology/Cytology
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Form 4
Heartworm Multi-Test
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Form 6
Equine
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Form 7
Equine Histopathology/Cytology
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Form 8
O&P Multi-Test
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Form 8G
O&P Multi-Test with Giardia
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Form 9
Radiology Review
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SearchLight DNA Form
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SearchLight DNA Form Canada
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Superliver
Superliver Biopsy
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T1025
CADET BRAF/Plus