A Rapid and Precise Diagnostic Test for the Detection of Herpesvirus in Cats
Feline Herpesvirus (FHV, FHV-1) is distributed worldwide and is one of the major causes of upper-respiratory infection(URIs) in cats.
Feline Herpesvirus is transmitted by direct contact of virus-containing secretion. It replicates in the tissues of the conjunctiva and upper-respiratory tract, but it can also infect neurons and cause life-long latency after primary infection. The virus might reactivate in carrier cats under immuno-suppressed conditions like corticosteroid usage. Severity of clinical signs varies, but is particularly higher in young kittens:
- Fever, poor appetite and depression
- Rhinitis: Sneezing and nasal discharge
- Conjunctivitis: Conjunctival hyperemia and serous discharge
- Chronic nasal and ocular diseases
Treatments of the Feline Herpesvirus infection include tender supportive care, antiviral drugs and immuno-modulatory drugs. Mucolytic drugs and broad-spectrum antibiotics can also be considered depending on the disease condition. Most cats with efficient immune system will recover from the symptoms in 1-2 weeks, but require close monitoring for future disease recurrence.
The preferred diagnostic method for Feline Herpesvirus Infection is PCR, which is more sensitive than other methods like virus isolation or indirect immunofluorescence. QubeMDx provides diagnostic solution for clinicians to detect Feline Herpesvirus at the point-of-care, leveraging the power of diagnosis in infectious disease management and prevention.
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.
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