One or more of the following: 5.0 mL nasal wash; 5.0 mL guttural pouch; Pharyngeal swab
Submit sample(s) in non-additive tube without media.
Test Description
Detection of S. equi equi bacterial DNA as the causative agent of Strangles infection. A positive sample indicates the presence of DNA but does not confirm live organism. A culture should be submitted separately. Can also be used to identify asymptomatic carriers.
Nasopharyngeal wash or guttural pouch washes are the preferred samples. Nasal swabs are NOT recommended. This test is performed at an external lab.