Because of increasing prevalence, rapid spread, and the potential for up to 20% of dogs to have a severe disease course, veterinarians should examine further any dogs showing clinical signs. A clinic can use multiple methods to test for both strains (CIV H3N8 and CIV H3N2). Each of these tests can help with different readings, […]
Nasal and/or caudal pharyngeal swabs can also be used for detection of CIV nucleic acid by PCR tests.40 PCR testing is fast and inexpensive, and is now offered by several reference and university diagnostic laboratories. In addition, PCR tests have high sensitivity and specificity, and are more likely to show positive results when there are low […]
THE DIAGNOSTIC WORK-UP This can provide important information in making treatment decisions. SEROLOGY Serology to detect CIV-specific antibodies is the most reliable diagnostic test for confirmation of canine influenza infection. It is important to note that a negative antibody titer for serum samples collected before day 10 does not rule out CIV infection. In addition, […]