How long are dog distemper test papers effective?

Dog distemper test papers are the simplest method to detect dog distemper, and they are usually effective within 15 minutes for testing. Dog distemper is one of the infectious diseases in dogs and has a certain incubation period, usually between 3 and 60 days. The main characteristics of dog distemper are respiratory tract, enteritis, and neurological symptoms, and the neurological symptoms may accompany the dog for life after recovery. The symptoms of dog distemper mainly include poor spirit, fever, diarrhea, hemorrhage, and eye secretions.

How to use dog distemper test papers

Sampling: eye secretions, nasal fluids, whole blood, serum or plasma. Testing: the reaction plate should be placed in a damp environment, which may cause the antibody droplet concentration and stability to decrease. Therefore, it should be opened and extracted properly before use. After collecting the detection material with a sampling rod, dissolve it in a tube containing buffer agent. Open the droplet cap, drop 3-4 drops of the detection material into the detection port of the reaction plate, wait for the detection material to diffuse thoroughly, and then judge within 5-10 minutes. The results are judged as follows: negative: only the control line (C) is red or purple, indicating that the dog is not infected with the distemper virus. Positive: Both the detection line (T) and the control line (C) are red or purple, indicating that the dog is infected with the distemper virus.

How to read dog distemper test papers

Usually, dog distemper detection uses disposable rapid detection test paper boards. There are two indicator letters, C and T, on the front of the test paper board. According to the instructions, the required specimen can be added to the sample hole on the test paper board, and the result can be read in 5~10 minutes. The result is invalid after 15 minutes. If the C line appears red and the T line also appears red, the result is positive. If the C line is red and the T line is colorless, the result is negative. If the C line is colorless, the result is invalid.

Are dog distemper test papers prone to errors?

Dog distemper cdv test papers are the most widely used and accurate method to test dog distemper virus. The sensitivity of different brands of test papers may vary. In addition, damp environments or improper sampling operations may cause the antigen droplet concentration and stability to decrease. Therefore, the diagnosis of dog distemper should be combined with symptoms and test paper results for the most accurate judgment.