VETSCAN CANINE HEARTWORM (DIROFILARIA IMMITIS) ANTIGEN TEST The VETSCAN rapid test for canine heartworm antigen is a veterinary product designed for visual detection at the point of care of heartworm antigen (Dirofilaria immitis) in anticoagulated whole blood, serum, or plasma in dogs or cats. It provides results in about ten minutes, using a simple three-step procedure that enhances ease of use and reduces the likelihood of errors.

Main Benefits

Rapid visual results in about ten minutes
Simple three-step procedure reduces user errors
Detects Dirofilaria immitis antigen in dog or cat samples
Suitable for whole blood, serum, or plasma
Room temperature storage and long shelf life facilitate workflow and inventory management in the clinic

Composition

A sandwich-type immunochromatographic test using heartworm-specific antibodies and colloidal gold particles
Includes test devices, a quantity of chase buffer, and transfer pipettes

Instructions for Use

Add one drop of anticoagulated whole blood, serum, or plasma to the sample well
Add two drops of chase buffer to the sample well
Read the result visually after about ten minutes; interpret the presence or absence of colored lines in the test and control areas
A qualified veterinarian should determine the dosage or additional interpretation based on species, body weight, and clinical condition

Package Size

Available in kits containing 25 or 100 test devices, each including the necessary buffer and pipettes

Note

This product is intended for use under the supervision of a veterinarian and is a veterinary product intended for professional use only.