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Leishmania spp.

Leishmaniasis is a vector-borne disease caused by Leishmania protozoa, presenting as cutaneous, visceral, or mucocutaneous forms. With incubation periods from months to years, symptoms may be delayed.
The Leishmania spp. Nucleic Acid Test Card detects Leishmania DNA (L. infantum, L. donovani, L. mexicana) in canine and feline blood, indicating either an initiating or existing infection.

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Description

The Solution

  • Accurate Detection: Provides results comparable to PCR testing, ensuring reliable identification of pathogens.
  • Rapid and Efficient: Requires only 1 – 2 minutes of hands – on time for quick preparation and testing.
  • Streamlined Process: Offers a simple and straightforward testing procedure, reducing complexity and improving ease of use for veterinarians.
  • Comprehensive Testing: Identifies multiple Leishmania species (L. infantum, L. donovani, L. mexicana) DNA, providing broad pathogen coverage.

Specification

  • Specimen type: Whole blood/Conjunctival Swab/Lymph Node Aspirate/Skin Lesion Exudate
  • LoD: >10000 copies/ml
  • Subspecies Coverage: L. aethiopica, L. amazonensis, L. braziliensis, L. donovani, L. infantum, L. mexicana, L. guyanensis, L. major, L. panamensis and L. tropica

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