FIP Virus RealPCR (IDEXX)
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Overview
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | Referral |
| Sample Comment | Pleural or abdominal effusion (preferred specimen) - 2 ml (0.1 ml minimum), tissue aspirates (on a swab; see protocol) or fresh tissue in an empty, sterile container (preferred specimen) or EDTA whole blood (LTT) - 1 ml. |
| Turnaround Time | 1 Week |
| Species | Feline |
Shipping & Handling
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Specimines Container | Leak proof container or purple top tube |
| Shipping & Handling | Refrigerate up to 10 days. Fresh tissue refrigerate up to 24 hours, freeze for longer storage. Ship on ice packs. |
Additional Information
For positive tests the biotype is identified as either Feline Infectious Peritonitis Virus or Feline Enteric Coronavirus.