Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) Antigen ELISA
Test code: SER-008
- Category:
- Livestock
- Sub Category:
- Bovine (Cattle & Buffalo)
Price (PKR)
1,500
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| Type | ELISA |
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| Method | BOVINE VIRAL DIARRHOEA ANTIGEN (BVD Ag) ELISA TEST, IDEXX |
| Status | Active |
| Test Description | The Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV) Antigen ELISA is used for the detection of BVDV antigens in cattle samples such as serum, plasma, buffy coat, or ear notch tissue. This test is primarily used to identify animals that are persistently infected (PI) with BVDV or actively infected with the virus. It plays a key role in BVD control programs, herd screening, and biosecurity monitoring by enabling early detection and removal of PI animals—the main source of virus transmission within herds. |
| Test Days | 0 |
| Test Turnaround (business days) | 2 |
Serum
Preferred| Species | Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Poultry |
|---|---|
| Sample Details | Serum is the liquid component of blood obtained after clotting and separation of blood cells. It reflects the immune and biochemical status of the animal and is widely used for detection of antibodies, antigens, and circulating biomarkers associated with infectious, metabolic, and systemic diseases. Serum submission is recommended for: Disease surveillance and herd/flock health monitoring, evaluation of immune response following vaccination, diagnosis of infectious diseases through serology, screening of apparently healthy animals, epidemiological and control programs, laboratory analysis of serum supports early disease detection, assessment of exposure or immune status, and informed decision-making for treatment, vaccination, and biosecurity planning. |
| Ideal Volume | 3 ml |
| Minimum Volume | 1 ml |
| Sample Container | Sterile plain vacutainer or YELLOW cap (gel activated) vacutainer |
| Storage & Transport | 2–8 °C |
| Rejection Criteria | Hemolyzed, lipemic, contaminated samples; insufficient volume; improper labeling; delayed transport without cold chain |