Click to enlarge
SKU: VVD09 Categories: ,

FIV Antibody & FeLV Antigen Test

This rapid test is intended for the detection of specific antibodies against Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) antigens in whole blood, plasma or serum of cats.

68,00 €

6,80 € / 1 TestPlus 19% MwSt., plus shipping
Delivery Time: approx. 1-3 working days
Add to wishlist
6 Items sold in last day
Quantity Price Discount
3-5 65,96 € 3%
6-9 63,92 € 6%
10+ 61,20 € 10%
Sample type

Plasma

,

Serum

,

Whole blood
Target specie

Feline (Cat)
Target

Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)

,

Feline leukaemia virus (FeLV)
Packaging unit

10 Tests
Sensitivity

> 97%
Specificity

100 %

3 in stock

  • Pay by invoice? Sure! Request activation for your account now.
Description

The VetFor™ FIV Antibody & FeLV Antigen Rapid Test is a veterinary in vitro diagnostic test for the rapid and reliable detection of antibodies against the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and antigens of the Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) in whole blood, plasma or serum of cats.


The test is based on the principle of the lateral flow sandwich assay and provides clear results within a few minutes. The ready-to-use kit contains all the components required to perform the test and is intended for use by veterinary professionals.

Product details

  • Test type: Lateral sandwich immunoassay
  • Target parameters: Antibodies against feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV) antigens
  • Sample material: Whole blood, plasma or serum from cats
  • Result time: Rapid test with direct evaluation after 10 minutes
  • Detection limit: FIV: 1 × 10⁴ TCID₅₀ / mL & FeLV: 5 ng/mL
  • Cross-reactivity: No cross-reactivity with FCoV, FPV, FIV, FeLV or Toxoplasma detected
  • Storage conditions: 2 – 30 °C

Performance data

FIV Antibody

  • Sensitivity: 97,14 %

  • Specificity: 100,0 %

  • Accuracy: 98,70 %

FeLV Antigen

  • Sensitivity: 97,06 %

  • Specificity: 100,0 %

  • Accuracy: 98,41 %

Content

  • 10 test cassettes (1 test/bag)
  • 10 disposable plastic droppers
  • 10 tubes with EDTA
  • 2 bulk bottles with diluent
  • 1 instruction manual
Product safety
Warnings and safety information:

For professional use only!

SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE

  1. The test kit must be stored at a temperature between 2 °C and 30 °C and a relative humidity of 40% to 60%. All components must be brought to room temperature before testing.
  2. Do not open sealed pouches and test kits until immediately before use.
  3. The test is stable until the expiration date. Do not use the test kit after the expiration date. The expiration date is indicated on the label/packaging of the sealed foil pouch.
  4. Do not expose the test kit to direct sunlight.

NOTES

  1. For in vitro diagnostic use only.
  2. For optimal test results, the manufacturer's instructions should be followed precisely.
  3. The tests should be conducted in compliance with biosafety measures and with protective clothing.
  4. The test kits must be kept in their sealed packaging until use.
  5. Do not use the test kit if the pouch is damaged or the seal is broken.
  6. The components of the test kit must not be reused.
  7. All components must be brought to room temperature before testing.
  8. The test kit may only be used up to the indicated expiration date.
  9. The components of this test kit have been tested as a standard batch.
  10. Do not exchange or mix components from different test kits.
  11. Do not touch the uncovered areas of the membrane in the test cassette.
  12. Inadequate or incorrect sample collection as well as improper storage and transport conditions may falsify the test results.
  13. All components of the test kit should be disposed of as infectious material.
Reviews (0)
0 reviews
0
0
0
0
0

Reviews

Clear filters

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “FIV Antibody & FeLV Antigen Test”
Technical data

Expert Knowledge on FIV & FeLV

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

Overview: FIV is a lentivirus that impairs the immune system of cats by primarily destroying CD4⁺ T-lymphocytes. This leads to progressive immunodeficiency and increased susceptibility to opportunistic infections.​

Transmission: The primary route of transmission is through bite wounds, where infected saliva enters the bloodstream. Therefore, free-roaming, aggressive male cats with territorial behavior are particularly at risk.​

Symptoms: FIV infections progress through several stages:​

  1. Acute phase: Nonspecific symptoms such as fever, lethargy, and swollen lymph nodes.​

  2. Asymptomatic phase: A long-lasting phase without noticeable clinical signs.​

  3. Immunodeficiency phase: Increased susceptibility to secondary infections, weight loss, and other chronic conditions.​

Diagnosis: Detection is done via serological tests that identify antibodies against FIV.​

Treatment: There is no cure for FIV; treatment focuses on managing secondary infections and supporting the immune system.​

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

Overview: FeLV is a gammaretrovirus that can cause various diseases such as leukemia, anemia, and immunosuppression.​

Transmission: FeLV is primarily transmitted through close contact between cats, especially via saliva, nasal secretions, shared food bowls, mutual grooming, or bite wounds.​

Symptoms: The infection can lead to loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, lethargy, anemia, and tumor formation.​

Diagnosis: Detection is done through tests that identify viral antigens in the blood.​

Treatment: There is no specific cure for FeLV; treatment aims to alleviate symptoms and manage secondary infections.​

References:

  1. Bendinelli, M., et al. (1995). Feline immunodeficiency virus: an interesting model for AIDS studies and an important cat pathogen. Clinical Microbiology Reviews, 8(1), 87–112. Available at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC172850/
  2. Bennett, M., & Smyth, N. R. (1992). Feline immunodeficiency virus: a brief review. British Veterinary Journal, 148(5), 399–412. Available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1330201/
  3. Kenyon, J. C., & Lever, A. M. (2011). The molecular biology of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). Viruses, 3(11), 2192–2213. Available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22163340/
  4. Kanzaki, L. I. B., & Looney, D. J. (2004). Feline immunodeficiency virus: a concise review. Frontiers in Bioscience, 9, 370–377. Available at: https://www.imrpress.com/journal/FBL/9/1/10.2741/1235

translated from German version