Antech Diagnostics Test Guide
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Fibrinogen Quantitative
- Test Code
- T365
- Results:
- 24 hours.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL citrated plasma collected as whole blood in blue top tube at least 2/3rds full to the fill line.
- Test Description
- This test is used to measure the concentration of functional fibrinogen in the plasma.
Interferences: Clotted sample precludes analysis. Citrated Whole Blood (blue top tube) or citrated plasma is the only acceptable sample. The tube should be greater than 2/3rds filled. If submitting separated citrated plasma, label it as Citrated Plasma.
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FIP mRNA PCR
- Test Code
- T600
- Results:
- 5-7 days.
- Specimen
- 1. 1.0 ‑ 2.0 mL fluid (abdominal, pleural or CSF) in EDTA (lavender top tube).
2. Fresh tissue biopsy of an affected organ or lymph node placed in a sterile tube with 0.5 mL saline.
3. Aspirated tissue (of an affected organ or lymph
node) placed on slide(s).
Note: Formalin fixed tissue is not acceptable. - Test Description
- This PCR test detects mRNA of the M gene of all known feline coronavirus strains in any sample. However, for diagnosis of FIP, only the detection of mRNA outside of the intestinal tract is indicative since active replication of the virus in circulating mononuclear cells is typical for FIP.
Note: Most common sample submission is peritoneal effusion that on fluid analysis is consistent with FIP. Other sample options include CSF, tissue, and tissue aspirates (lymph node, etc.).
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FIV Antibody
- Test Code
- T610
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Evaluation for the presence of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) antibody by IFA.
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FIV Antibody, Add-on
- Test Code
- ADD15
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Evaluation for the presence of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) antibody by IFA.
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FIV Antibody, Western Blot
- Test Code
- S16865
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- This is a western blot test to detect antibodies directed against the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). It may be used as a confirmatory test for the presence of antibodies against FIV.
Note: Does not differentiate cats infected with FIV from cats vaccinated against FIV, or from kittens with passive transfer of antibodies against FIV from the queen.
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Fluid Analysis
- Test Code
- FLUA
- Results:
- 1-3 days.
- Container
- Red top with fluid, lavender top with fluid, air-dried unstained slides.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL body cavity fluid in lavender or red top tube with 2 unstained smears prepared from fluid.
- Test Description
- Includes preparation of submitted sample, Cell Count (WBC & RBC), Specific Gravity, Protein measurement, and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
This is the appropriate test for the evaluation of fluids from a cavity or tissue space. The fluid will be characterized based on protein, specific gravity, white and red cells, and a pathologist will evaluate the fluid and provide a microscopic description and, when possible, diagnosis.
Note: A comprehensive history should be included with the fluid analysis submission.
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Fluid Analysis (CSF)
- Test Code
- CSF
- Results:
- 1-3 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL cerebrospinal fluid in lavender top tube submitted with source and clinical history.
- Test Description
- Includes preparation of submitted sample, colour, clarity, CSF cell count (WBC & RBC), specific gravity, protein, glucose, and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
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Fluid Analysis (Synovial)
- Test Code
- SYFLUA
- Results:
- 1-3 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL synovial fluid in lavender top tube submitted with source and clinical history (labs will not process without source indicated).
- Test Description
- Includes preparation of submitted sample, colour, clarity, synovial fluid cell count (WBC & RBC), specific gravity, protein, and microscopic interpretation by clinical pathologist.
Note: If submitting multiple joints, should be submitted separately as different requests in different bags.
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Fluid Part Only
- Test Code
- FL
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5Â mL body cavity fluid in lavender or red top tube.
- Test Description
- This portion of a fluid analysis includes characterization of the submitted body cavity or tissue space fluid based on colour, clarity, specific gravity, protein and white and red cell counts.
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Fractional Excretion of Electrolytes
- Test Code
- L340
- Results:
- 1-2 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0Â mL serum in red top or serum separator tube AND 1.0Â mL urine in urine transport tube (label samples accordingly as URINE or SERUM).
- Test Description
- Serum: Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, Phosphorus, Sodium, and Potassium.
Urine: Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, Phosphorus, Sodium, and Potassium.
Note: Serum and urine MUST be drawn and submitted TOGETHER.
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Free T4 by Equilibrium Dialysis (FT4ED)
- Test Code
- T460
- Results:
- 2-3 days
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Note: this test should NOT be performed as an add-on to samples older than five days.
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Free T4 by Equilibrium Dialysis (FT4ED), Add-on
- Test Code
- ADD50
- Results:
- 2-3 days
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Note: this test should NOT be performed as an add‑on to samples older than five days.
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Fructosamine Assay
- Test Code
- S16345
- Results:
- 24 hours.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Interferences: Hemolysis and lipemia may affect results.
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Fructosamine, Add-on
- Test Code
- ADD260
- Results:
- 24 hours.
- Specimen
- 0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Serum Fructosamine concentrations reflect the mean blood glucose concentrations during the preceding one to two weeks. The measurement can be used to differentiate stress hyperglycemia from diabetes mellitus.
Interferences: Hemolysis and lipemia may interfere with testing.
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Fungal Identification
- Test Code
- M082
- Results:
- 2 days. If further culturing is required, testing may be extended 7‑10 days.
- Specimen
- DTM fungal culture bottle, or fungal culture plate.
- Test Description
- Used after fungal growth has occurred in order to identify the fungi as dermatophytes versus saprophytic fungi.
Note: If there is no growth on the sample, this is converted to M080.
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Fungal Serology
- Test Code
- SFUN
- Results:
- 2-3 days.
- Specimen
- 0.5Â mL serum in red top tube.
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Fungal Serology with Cocci
- Test Code
- SA340
- Results:
- 2-5 days.
- Specimen
- 1.0 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube.
- Test Description
- Fungal Serology (Histoplasma, Blastomyces, Aspergillus), Coccidioidomycosis Screen and Titer.
Detects the presence of antibodies to Histoplasma, Blastomyces, Aspergillus, and Coccidioides spp. Detection of antigen is more sensitive than antibody for the diagnosis of Histoplasmosis and Blastomycosis.
Interferences: Marked lipemia. A titer is only reported for Coccidioides. All other results are reported as positive or negative for antibody detection. Both the Blastomyces and Histoplasma antigen tests are preferred over antibody testing as a diagnostic test.
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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