Accuplex
Experience confident vector-borne disease screening with Antech’s Accuplex™
When it comes to screening your canine patients for Heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma, Accuplex™ offers high-quality testing at an affordable price.
The Most Advanced Technology for Lyme Detection Using C6*
Lyme disease detection on Antech’s Accuplex™ includes screening for antibodies to C6, a method whose utility is indicated by the 2018 ACVIM consensus update on Lyme borreliosis in dogs and cats.1 This peptide is only expressed following natural infection or exposure, so a positive C6 result will not be reported from cross-reactivity with vaccinal antibodies.
While a positive Lyme C6 result indicates natural infection or exposure to Borrelia burgdorferi, the majority of dogs returning a positive result for any serological test will not develop clinical signs. To aid in management of these cases, the downloadable Antech Lyme Algorithm can guide you through a thorough diagnostic workup, including an investigation into the presence or absence of proteinuria (as recommended by the ACVIM guidelines).
Reliable Heartworm Detection
Infection by heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is a life-threatening condition in dogs, and the ability to identify an infection early, before a patient shows any clinical signs, is crucial for beginning treatment when it is most impactful. The Accuplex heartworm antigen test is an effective tool to aid veterinarians in this detection.
Note: In the event that heartworm is detected by any antigen test the American Heartworm Society recommends confirmation through a secondary antigen test or, preferably, testing for circulating microfilariae. A confirmatory Knott’s microfilaria test can be conveniently added to an Accuplex result using Antech’s ADD80 test code.
Improved detection of Ehrlichia spp.
Accuplex now tests for the presence of antibodies to three different Ehrlichia species: E. canis, E. ewingii, & E. chaffeensis. These pathogens can be transmitted by varying tick species with different endemic regions. Using Accuplex, you can rest assured knowing the species that may be in your back yard is covered.
Management of a positive Ehrlichia test result is not always straightforward. Antech has you covered with recommendations in our Accuplex Ehrlichia diagnostic algorithm.
Dependable Detection of Anaplasma Phagocytophilum
Early detection of A. phagocytophilum infection is important to improve success in treatment, and annual screening with Accuplex can indicate exposure to this harmful bacteria.
Streamline Your Clinic’s Workflow – Bring Your Testing From In-house to Our House
Free up your staff and your storage closet by sending your patient samples to Antech for confident, reliable vector-borne disease screening with reference lab standards and technology.
Include Accuplex results along with your routine wellness profiles today for an ideal combination of quality, efficiency, and convenience that make it an ideal solution for monitoring for these infections.
Improved Client Trust and Compliance
The timely, accurate, and actionable results delivered by Antech help to foster trust from owners and encourages them to comply with regular screening recommendations, ensuring long-term health of pets.
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