Probe-based qPCR as an alternative to modified Knott’s test when screening dogs for heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) infection in combination with antigen detection tests

Probe-based qPCR as an alternative to modified Knott’s test when screening dogs for heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) infection in combination with antigen detection tests

Abstract Background Current recommendations for diagnosis of Dirofilaria immitis infection in dogs rely on the detection of antigen produced largely by adult females coupled with the visualization of microfilariae (mf) in the circulation via a microfilaria detection test (MFDT). It is hypothesized t...

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Main Authors: Veronica Negron, Meriam N. Saleh, Caroline Sobotyk, Joe L. Luksovsky, Tatiani V. Harvey, Guilherme G. Verocai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-08-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Antigen testing
Canine filariosis
Dirofilaria immitis
Heartworm disease
Microfilariae detection test
Molecular diagnostics
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-022-05372-x

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