Snap Test Canine Distemper

Hello sir I want to get the information about Snap test canine distemper conducted for Canine distemper virus so please provide me information about the same.

Canine distemper virus (CDV) is a single negative stranded RNA virus in the genus Morbillivirus of the family Paramyxoviridae.

SNAP Parvo Test

The SNAP Parvo Test detects parvovirus antigen in canine feces.

If color on the parvovirus sample spot is darker than the color on the negative control spot, then parvovirus antigen is present.

Canine feces can be used fresh, previously frozen, or stored at 2–8°C for up to one week.

In a recent study conducted by the University of Wisconsin, of 64 dogs vaccinated with six different modified live CPV-2 vaccines, the SNAP® Parvo Test did not detect canine parvovirus 2 (CPV-2) in their feces.

Diagnostic tests

The majority of tests currently available for canine distemper virus infection are hampered by either low sensitivity or specificity.

Virus Isolation for CDV is limited by cost, specialized equipment required, and low turnaround time.

Virus isolation is unable to detect post-vaccinal or chronic (Old Dog Encephalitis) distemper encephalitis cases due to defective viral replication.

Immunohisto chemistry provides a specific, but invasive diagnostic
test for distemper.

Sensitivity varies with the stage of disease and site sampled.

Direct Fluorescent Antibody detection of CDV inclusion bodies in conjunctival smears, whole blood and CSF fluid is a specific diagnostic test for CDV.

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