The Standard of Care for Annual Heartworm Screening
Canine heartworm disease is a serious, preventable threat. Our CHW Antigen test provides the accuracy and reliability you need for routine annual wellness checks and symptomatic workups, forming the cornerstone of your prevention protocol.
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Canine heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is a serious and potentially fatal parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes. The Tashikin CHW Ag Test is a rapid and reliable tool for the qualitative detection of heartworm antigen in canine whole blood, serum, or plasma. As a cornerstone of annual wellness exams, this test allows for the early detection of infection, enabling prompt initiation of treatment and ensuring the effectiveness of preventative measures.
Your Path to Comprehensive Prevention:
Annual Wellness Screening
The essential first step in every dog's annual check-up to ensure they remain heartworm-free and that preventatives are working.
Confirm New Patient Status
Test all new dogs entering your practice, even those with a history of prevention, before starting or refilling a preventative.
Investigate Clinical Signs
Use as a primary diagnostic for dogs presenting with a cough, exercise intolerance, or other signs suggestive of cardiopulmonary disease.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Analyte | Canine Heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) Antigen |
| Methodology | Lateral Flow Immunoassay |
| Sample Type | Canine Whole Blood, Serum, or Plasma |
| 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 |
Validated according to standard veterinary diagnostic guidelines, providing reliable results for routine screening protocols.
Collect Sample
Collect canine whole blood, serum, or plasma according to standard laboratory procedures.
Add Sample
Using the provided dropper, add 1 drop of the sample into the sample well of the test cassette.
Add Buffer
Add 2-3 drops of the provided assay buffer into the same well and start the timer immediately.
Read Result
Interpret the qualitative result (positive/negative) visually at 10 minutes. Do not read after 15 minutes.
Integrate Screening Results for a Complete Health Record
Wellness screening is about building a lifelong health history. By recording annual CHW Ag test results directly in VetEx.ai, you maintain a seamless, accessible patient record. This simplifies tracking compliance with prevention and provides a complete clinical picture for better long-term care.
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