Description
Our cutting-edge facilities allow us to test samples from all species of animals. We offer a selection of different faecal screens to canine owners to test an animal’s gastrointestinal health, checking for parasites as well as bacterial and fungal infections, we also offer virus testing and offer Canine genetic testing.
How does it work?
Simply order your desired testing kit from us and we’ll arrange to send your testing kit, along with a form to fill in and instructions.
We request samples from three different days within a seven day period where possible. Faecal samples should be kept in a cool place like a shed or garage. For PCR and Genetic testing full instructions will be included with your kit. For tests requiring skin or hair samples please contact the laboratory for further advice.
Please note: as we are a laboratory and not a veterinary practice, we do not give advice regarding any treatments that may be available, as this is the responsibility of your vet. Should interpretation be required, it will be stated on your report.
Sending in your samples
If you would like any further information on these tests, please do not hesitate to contact us by calling 01829 781855 or emailing us at sales@palsvetlab.co.uk
Please note: as we are a laboratory and not a veterinary practice, we do not give advice regarding any treatments that may be available, as this is the responsibility of your vet. Should interpretation be required, it will be stated on your report.
* Disclaimer: All test kits are to be returned to us within six weeks of purchase. No refunds will be given.
Which Test Should I Choose?
Canine Faeces 1
This test includes:
- Aerobic Culture – To quantify the presence of normal gut flora which is essential to maintain a healthy digestive system.
- Campylobacter – To detect the presence of Campylobacter species, a potentially zoonotic food poisoning bacterium that can cause diarrhoea.
- Salmonella – To detect the presence of Salmonella species, a potentially zoonotic bacterium that can cause fever and haemorrhagic gastroenteritis.
Canine Faeces 2
This test includes:
- Aerobic Culture – To quantify the presence of normal gut flora which is essential to maintain a healthy digestive system.
- Campylobacter – To detect the presence of Campylobacter species, a potentially zoonotic food poisoning bacterium that can cause diarrhoea.
- Salmonella – To detect the presence of Salmonella species, a potentially zoonotic bacterium that can cause fever and haemorrhagic gastroenteritis.
- Faecal Screen – This is a Direct and Salt flotation examination for all parasites excluding Cryptosporidia and some Protozoa.
Canine Diarrhoea Panel
This test includes:
- Aerobic Culture – To quantify the presence of normal gut flora which is essential to maintain a healthy digestive system.
- Campylobacter – To detect the presence of Campylobacter species, a potentially zoonotic food poisoning bacterium that can cause diarrhoea.
- Salmonella – To detect the presence of Salmonella species, a potentially zoonotic bacterium that can cause fever and haemorrhagic gastroenteritis.
- Full Parasitology – This is a Direct, Salt and Concentrate examination for Helminth ova, Protozoa, Protozoal cysts including Giardia, Cryptosporidia and Amoeba.
- Clostridium perfringens Toxin – The qualitative detection of Clostridium perfringens enterotoxin.
- Giardia antigen – The qualitative detection of Giardia duodenalis antigens.
- Parvovirus – The detection of Parvovirus antigens.
Campylobacter
Culture for Campylobacter – To detect the presence of Campylobacter species, a potentially zoonotic food poisoning bacterium that can cause diarrhoea. Sensitivities are provided if appropriate.
Culture & Sensitivity
Aerobic culture to determine to presence of clinically significant bacteria, with sensitivities if appropriate.
Faecal Screen
This is a Direct and Salt flotation examination for all parasites excluding Cryptosporidia and some Protozoa.
Full Parasitology
This is a Direct, Salt and Concentrate examination for Helminth ova, Protozoa, Protozoal cysts including Giardia, Cryptosporidia and Amoeba.
Cryptosporidium
An antigen test to determine the presence of Cryptosporidia.
Salmonella
To detect the presence of Salmonella species, a potentially zoonotic bacterium that can cause fever and haemorrhagic gastroenteritis. With sensitivities if appropriate.
How Do I Interpret My Results?
All interpretation of results should be performed by a veterinarian, if this is required – it will be stated on your results.
FAQs
When will I get my results?
This depends on which test you choose to do, below is a rough guide:
Faecal Screen – 24 hours from receipt
Full Parasitology – 24 hours from receipt
Canine Faeces 1 – At least 72 hours from receipt, but may be longer if we need to do further tests.
Canine Faeces 2 – At least 72 hours from receipt, but may be longer if we need to do further tests.
Cryptosporidia – 24 hours from receipt.
Should I retest when my animal has been treated?
Ideally, you should retest 2 weeks after all treatment has finished to ensure that the medication has worked and your animal is now clear. Please call the laboratory to see which test is required.
