Cough & Liver Health (Adenovirus) Test for Dogs

About this test

Common Signs of CAV-1 Infection

Dogs with canine adenovirus may experience:

• High fever

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Loss of appetite

• Abdominal discomfort

• Lethargy or depression

• Swelling around the head, neck or chest

• Jaundice or pale gums

Who May Benefit from This Test?

This test may be suitable for dogs that:

• Show fever, vomiting, diarrhoea or appetite loss

• Have been exposed to infected dogs

• Live in shelters, kennels, breeding environments or multi dog households

• Are unvaccinated or have unknown vaccination status

• Need a rapid first screen when infectious canine hepatitis is suspected

Simple Home Testing

The test can be performed using an eye or nose secretion sample, or a stool sample, according to the included instructions.

The sample is mixed with the provided buffer and applied to the test cassette. Results are available in approximately 10 minutes and can be read directly from the test cassette.

What Is Included in the Kit?

• 1 Adenovirus test cassette

• 1 Sample collection swab

• 1 Buffer solution

• Step by step instructions

Biomarkers included

• Canine Adenovirus Type 1 (CAV-1) Antigen: Canine Adenovirus Type 1 (CAV-1) antigen refers to viral components from CAV-1 that can be detected in ocular secretion, nasal secretion, anal swab or stool samples. CAV-1 is the virus that causes infectious canine hepatitis and can affect the liver, blood vessels, immune system and gastrointestinal tract. A positive antigen result can indicate active infection or viral shedding and may be linked

Frequently asked questions

Why is canine adenovirus important to detect early?

CAV-1 can cause infectious canine hepatitis and may affect the liver, kidneys and blood vessels. Rapid screening can be useful when symptoms appear suddenly or exposure is suspected.

How can canine adenovirus spread between dogs?

The virus can spread through urine, saliva, faeces or contaminated environments, making it more relevant in kennels, shelters, breeding settings and multi dog households.

When is this test useful for dogs?

This test may be useful when a dog has fever, vomiting, diarrhoea, appetite loss, lethargy or possible exposure to infected dogs.

Customer reviews

4.7/5 (3)

• 4/5 — The kit arrived quickly and worked as described, though collecting the sample was a bit tricky.
• 5/5 — Directions were easy to follow and it only took about 10 minutes to get the answer.
• 5/5 — Gives you peace of mind when your pup has a cough. Super fast results.