Parasite Infection (Toxoplasma) Test for Dogs/Cats

About this test

Common Signs of Toxoplasma Infection

Dogs and cats with Toxoplasma gondii infection may experience:

• Low energy or fatigue

• Loss of appetite

• Diarrhoea

• Fever

• Difficulty breathing

• Muscle stiffness or weakness

• Neurological signs in more severe cases

Some pets may carry the parasite without clear symptoms.

Who May Benefit from This Test?

This test may be suitable for dogs and cats that:

• Spend time outdoors

• Have contact with soil, wildlife or hunting environments

• Eat raw or undercooked meat

• Live in multi pet households

• May have contact with infected cat faeces

• Show unexplained digestive, respiratory, muscular or neurological signs

• Need a rapid first screen for Toxoplasma gondii antigen

Simple Home Testing

Collect a small stool sample, mix it with the provided buffer and apply it 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 Toxoplasma antigen test cassette

• 1 Sample collection tool

• 1 Buffer solution

• Step by step instructions

Biomarkers included

• Toxoplasma gondii Antigen: Toxoplasma gondii antigen refers to parasite components from Toxoplasma gondii that can be detected in a stool sample. T. gondii is a microscopic parasite that can infect cats and dogs, with cats being the main host. A positive antigen result can indicate the presence of parasite material in the gastrointestinal tract and may be linked to diarrhoea, reduced appetite, fever, tiredness, weight loss

Frequently asked questions

Why are cats important in Toxoplasma gondii infection?

Cats are the primary host of Toxoplasma gondii and can shed the parasite in faeces, which may contaminate soil, litter areas or shared environments.

Can dogs and cats have Toxoplasma without clear symptoms?

Yes. Some pets may show no obvious signs, while others may develop digestive, respiratory, muscular or neurological symptoms.

When is this test useful for pets?

This test may be useful after possible exposure to contaminated soil, raw meat, wildlife or infected cat faeces, or when unexplained parasite related symptoms are present.

Customer reviews

4.5/5 (2)

• 5/5 — Simple instructions and I had the result in under 15 minutes. Very convenient.
• 4/5 — Good test for peace of mind. glad to have the results at home.