Antech Diagnostics Test Guide
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EPM IFAT Panel Sarcofluor IFAT and Neofluor IFAT
- Test Code
- S14533
- Results:
- 7-10 days.
- Specimen
- 2.0 serum in non‑additive tube (do NOT use serum separator tube) OR 2.0 mL CSF in non‑additive tube (do NOT use anti‑coagulant).
- Test Description
- This tests for exposure to S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as the causative agents of EPM. This test should be interpreted considering seroprevalence of EPM in the area where the horse resides. This test is more likely to be accurate in areas with lower seroprevalence of the disease.
Note: If submitting BOTH serum and CSF, use code S14534 as the EPM IFAT Panel with Ratio.
Interferences: Hemolysis may interfere with testing.
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EPM IFAT Panel with Ratio Sarcofluor IFAT, Neofluor IFAT, and EPM IFAT Ratio
- Test Code
- S14534
- Results:
- 7-10 days.
- Specimen
- 2.0 serum in non‑additive tube (do NOT use serum separator tube) OR 2.0 mL CSF in non‑additive tube (do NOT use anti‑coagulant).
- Test Description
- This test is used to identify intrathecal production of antibody to S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as an indication of active disease within the CNS. This is more accurate for disease than serum testing alone that is only used for exposure.
Interferences: Hemolysis may interfere with testing.
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EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA
- Test Code
- S14388
- Results:
- 3-5 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator OR 1.0 mL CSF in non-additive tube (label accordingly).
- Test Description
- Detection of the surface antigen proteins 2,4/3 in the serum or CSF.
This test identifies exposure to S. neurona and does not confirm active disease. There is no correlation with the level of the titer and the likelihood of disease. A serum to CSF titer ratio is recommended for more definitive diagnosis (see code S14390).
A negative test result makes EPM an unlikely cause of disease.
Note: If submitting BOTH serum and CSF use test code S14390 for the serum ELISA and serum to CSF ratio.
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EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA Serum/CSF Ratio
- Test Code
- S14390
- Results:
- 3-5 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator AND 1.0 mL CSF in non‑additive tube (label BOTH accordingly).
- Test Description
- This test is used to identify intrathecal production of antibody as an indication of active disease within the CNS. The specific antibody index is performed by utilizing a ratio of serum and CSF albumin to eliminate the effect of blood crossing into the CNS vs intrathecal antibody production.
Note: Both serum AND CSF MUST be submitted together.
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EPM SAG 2,4/3 ELISA, N. hughesi ELISA
- Test Code
- S14392
- Results:
- 4-8 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum OR 1.0 mL CSF in non‑additive tube (label accordingly).
- Test Description
- This tests for exposure of both S. neurona and Neospora hughesi as causative agents for EPM. This is an antibody test for exposure and not confirmation of active disease.
Note: If submitting BOTH serum and CSF, should be submitted separately as different requests in different bags.
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Equine 11 Metal and Mineral Panel
- Test Code
- S14466
- Results:
- 7-10 days
- Specimen
- One or more of the following:
1) 1.0 mL serum in non-additive tube AND EDTA whole blood.
2) 5 grams of fresh liver sample in sealed, leak-proof container.
3) 50 mg fresh liver biopsy (3 Tru-Cut samples, no fluid added) in sealed, leak-proof container.
4) 500 grams of feed (representative sample) in sealed container. - Test Description
- Serum: Cobalt, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Selenium, and Zinc.
EDTA Whole Blood: Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Thallium.
Serum selenium provides current‑day levels, while whole blood selenium indicates selenium status over a longer period of time.
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Equine Chemistry
- Test Code
- L010
- Results:
- 24 hours
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Includes Albumin (ALB), Albumin/Globulin Ratio (A/G), Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP), Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST), Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN), BUN/Creatinine Ratio (BUN/CREA), Calcium (CA), Chloride (CL), Cholesterol (CHOL), Creatinine (CREA), Creatine Phosphokinase (CPK), Direct Bilirubin (DBIL), Gamma-glutamyl transpeptidase (GGT), Globulin (GLOB), Glucose (GLU), Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH), Magnesium (MG), Phosphorus (PHOS), Potassium (K), Sodium (NA), Sodium/Potassium Ratio (NA/K), Triglyceride (TRIG), Total Bilirubin (TBIL), and Total Protein (TP).
Panel is recommended for all large animal patients except for Bovine (use code L1001).
Sample Handling: serum separator samples should be spun prior to submission. Red top tubes should be spun and serum transferred to a non‑additive tube and marked as SERUM. If the serum is not separated from the red blood cells, chemistry values can be affected.
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Equine Chemistry, CBC
- Test Code
- L050
- Results:
- 24 hours
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum and 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood.
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry (L010) with Complete Blood Count (CBC).
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Equine Chemistry, CBC, Fibrinogen
- Test Code
- L040
- Results:
- 24 hours
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum, 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, with or without 0.5 mL citrated plasma (preferred for Fibrinogen).
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry (L010) with Complete Blood Count (CBC) and Fibrinogen (Fib).
Recommended for all large animal patients except for Bovine (use code L080).
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Equine Chemistry, CBC, Fibrinogen, FT4ED
- Test Code
- L035
- Results:
- 1-4 days
- Specimen
- 1.5 mL serum, 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, with or without 0.5 mL citrated plasma (preferred for Fibrinogen).
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry (L010) with Complete Blood Count (CBC), Fibrinogen (Fib), and Free T4 by Equilibrium Dialysis (FT4ED).
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Equine Coronavirus PCR (ECoV)
- Test Code
- S14414
- Results:
- 4-5 days.
- Specimen
- 5 grams of feces in ANTECHâ„¢ provided fecal container.
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Equine Encephalitis Viral Panel Plus
- Test Code
- S17500
- Results:
- 10-14 days.
- Specimen
- 3.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Equine Encephalitis Viral Panel, West Nile Titer (PRNT & IgM ELISA) and Equine Herpes Virus 1 (EHV1) Ab.
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Equine Gastrointestinal PCR Panel
- Test Code
- L950
- Results:
- 4-5 days.
- Specimen
- 5 grams of feces in ANTECHâ„¢ provided fecal container.
- Test Description
- Clostridium difficile A & B, Clostridium perfringens, C. perfringens toxin A, C. perfringens toxin B, C. perfringens toxin E, C. perfringens toxin NetF, Equine Coronavirus (ECoV), Lawsonia intracellularis, Neorickettsia risticii (PHF), Equine Rotavirus A&B, and Salmonella spp.
Note: Single negative Salmonella spp. PCR result does NOT rule out Salmonella spp. Three (3) serial submissions are recommended (use code S14416 for sample 2 and/or sample 3).
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Equine Granulosa Cell Tumor
- Test Code
- S85857
- Results:
- 2-21 days.
- Specimen
- 3.0 mL serum in non‑additive tube (do NOT use SST).
- Test Description
- Progesterone, Testosterone, Inhibin (Equine).
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Equine Health Program
- Test Code
- L510
- Results:
- 1-4 days.
- Specimen
- 2.0 mL serum, 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, 10 grams feces, with or without 0.5 mL citrated plasma (preferred for Fibrinogen).
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry with a Complete Blood Count (CBC), Fibrinogen, EIA (AGID), and FEC (MST).
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Equine Health Program (No EIA)
- Test Code
- L510NE
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum, 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, 10 grams of feces, with or without 0.5 mL citrated plasma (preferred for Fibrinogen).
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry with a Complete Blood Count (CBC), Fibrinogen, and FEC (MST).
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Equine Health Program GVL
- Test Code
- L510E
- Results:
- 1-4 days.
- Specimen
- 2.0 mL serum, 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood, 10 grams feces, with or without 0.5 mL citrated plasma (preferred for Fibrinogen).
- Test Description
- Equine Chemistry with a Complete Blood Count (CBC), Fibrinogen, EIA (AGID) by GVL, and FEC (MST).
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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