Differentiate Between Recent and Past Toxoplasma Exposure
Go beyond a simple positive or negative. This advanced test detects both IgG and IgM antibodies, helping to stage the infection and provide more precise counseling on zoonotic risk.
Differentiates Isotypes
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The Tashikin Toxoplasma IgG/IgM Rapid Test is a differential immunoassay that provides critical information for managing toxoplasmosis. By detecting both early-response IgM and long-term IgG antibodies, this test helps veterinarians assess the likely timing of infection. A positive IgM result suggests a more recent infection and a higher probability of oocyst shedding, which is the primary zoonotic concern. This allows for more accurate risk assessment and more precise counseling for cat owners, especially those in high-risk households.
Your Path to Precise Zoonotic Counseling:
Screen At-Risk Cats
Ideal for any new cat or kitten to establish their baseline exposure and infection status, particularly before entering a multi-pet or high-risk household.
Assess Infection Stage
Use the IgG/IgM results to differentiate between likely past exposure (IgG only) and a more recent infection (IgM positive).
Provide Informed Advice
Armed with a clearer picture of infection timing, provide accurate, evidence-based counseling to clients about the real-world risks and necessary precautions.
| Paraméter | Érték |
|---|---|
| Analyte | Antibodies (IgG and IgM) to Toxoplasma gondii |
| Methodology | Lateral Flow Immunochromatographic Assay |
| Sample Type | Feline & Canine Serum, Plasma, or Whole Blood |
| Assay Time | 5-10 minutes |
| Kit Size | 10 Tests / Kit |
| Storage | 2-30°C (36-86°F) |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
Performance validated against reference laboratory Immunofluorescence Assays (IFA), providing reliable differentiation of antibody isotypes.
Collect Sample
Prepare feline or canine serum, plasma, or use anticoagulated whole blood according to standard laboratory procedures.
Apply Sample
Using the provided dropper, add 1 drop (approx. 10µL) of the sample into the sample well (S) of the test cassette.
Add Buffer
Add 2 drops of the provided assay buffer into the sample well immediately after adding the sample.
Read Results
Interpret the results at 10 minutes. The cassette has separate lines for the IgG and IgM results.
Maintain a Clear Record of Zoonotic Risk
A cat's Toxoplasma status is a vital piece of its permanent health record. Logging IgG and IgM results in VetEx.ai ensures this nuanced information is always available, informing future clinical decisions and providing a historical record for public health discussions with the owner.
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