Dog Parvovirus Test Strip: How to Use Guide

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Section 1: Sample Verification

1. Sample Selection: Utilize fresh fecal matter as the verification sample.

2. Sample Collection: Due to potential infectious agents, it is imperative that samples are collected by trained or professional personnel following established protocols.

Section 2: Testing Methodology

1. Preparation: Before initiating the test, place the testing strips in the refrigerator for 1530 minutes to acclimate them to room temperature. Be cautious when testing samples at temperatures below room temperature, as condensation can increase the strip's relative humidity, affecting accuracy.

Strips that can be directly handled at room temperature should be kept in that condition.

Collect samples by using a sampling stick to gather material from both the surface and interior of the feces, or by directly sampling from the dog's anal area.

2. Sample Processing:

Immerse the sampling stick with the collected sample into a collection tube and swirl it thoroughly in the buffer solution.

Remove the fine test strip from its foil packaging and place it on a dry, level surface.

Open the buffer solution reservoir and carefully add three drops of the test solution into the sample well.

Allow the test solution to evenly spread across the absorbent layer.

Wait for approximately 510 minutes. The appearance of the control line (C) turning red indicates a positive result. The deeper the color of the control line becomes over time, the more accurate the result, so patience is key.

Section 3: Result Interpretation

Reading the Results: Determine the results based on the presence or absence of lines on the test strip.

Control Line (C): If the control line is present without the presence of the test line (T), it suggests an issue with the procedure or reagents, and a retest is recommended.

Test Line (T): The presence of a color in the test line indicates the presence of canine parvovirus antigen. A negative result is indicated by the absence of a color in both the test and control lines. Both lines showing distinct lines are indicative of a positive result. If no lines are visible on either the test or control lines, or if only the test line is visible, the result is considered invalid. In such cases, reevaluate the procedure and reagents before conducting another test.

High Antigen Titer: If the canine distemper antigen titer is exceptionally high, the test line may appear dark while the control line is light. To ensure accurate coloration, dilute the sample 10 times before retesting.

Additional Tip: For more information on canine parvovirus, explore our article "Canine Parvovirus Prevention."

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