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Antech Diagnostics Test Guide

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  • Babesia bovis IFA (Bovine)

    Test Code
    S16124
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Babesia bovis IFA
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Detects antibodies to Babesia bovis by IFA. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Babesia canis IFA (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16070
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Babesia canis IFA
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Detects the presence of antibody to Babesia canis. Performed by IFA. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Babesia gibsoni IFA (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16075
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Babesia gibsoni
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube (spun)
    Test Description
    Detects the presence of antibody to Babesia gibsoni. Performed by IFA. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Babesia gibsoni IFA for Export (Canine)

    Test Code
    S16502
    Results:
    7-10 days
    Component
    Babesia gibsoni IFA (Export)
    Specimen
    1.0 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This test evaluates the presence of antibodies to Babesia gibsoni, as required for export to specific countries. Ensure export test requirements prior to test submission. This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Baermann

    Test Code
    T785
    Results:
    2-4 days
    Component
    Baermann test for parasite ID
    Specimen
    10 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container (submit within 24 hours of collection)
    Test Description
    Recommended to detect lungworm larvae in fecal samples.

  • Baermann

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Baermann test for parasite ID
    Specimen
    10 grams feces in Antech provided fecal container (submit within 24 hours of collection)
    Test Description
    Detects lungworm larvae in fecal samples.

  • Bartonella henselae Ab ELISA

    Test Code
    S85889
    Results:
    4-7 business days
    Component
    Bartonella henselae
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Evaluation of antibody indicating previous exposure to Bartonella henselae or Bartonella clarridgeiae (ELISA methodology). This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Bartonella vinsonii

    Test Code
    Results:
    12-15 days
    Component
    Bartonella vinsonii
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    This test is performed at an external lab.

  • Bicarbonate

    Test Code
    Results:
    Daily
    Component
    HC03
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Measures the levels of bicarbonate (HC03) in a patient’s blood.

  • Bicarbonate

    Test Code
    T115
    Results:
    24 hours
    Component
    Bicarbonate
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Bicarbonate

  • Bile Acid

    Test Code
    T225
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Single Bile Acid
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Single sample labelled as either PRE or POST bile acids.

  • Bile Acid (Avian/Exotics)

    Test Code
    AE260
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Bile Acid (Avian/Exotics)
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Single Bile Acid, Avian/Exotics

  • Bile Acids

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Single Bile Acids
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Single sample labelled as either PRE or POST bile acids.

  • Bile Acids (Avian, Exotics)

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Single Bile Acids (Avian/Exotics)
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Avian and exotics single Bile Acids.

  • Bile Acids (PRE and POST)

    Test Code
    T220
    Results:
    1-2 days
    Component
    Fasted bile acids, 2 hour post feeding bile acids
    Specimen
    PRE: 0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube (fasted sample labeled PRE); POST: 0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube (2 hour post sample labeled POST)
    Test Description
    PRE: fasted bile acids, POST: 2 hour POST feeding bile acids.

  • Bile Acids (Pre and Post)

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Fasted bile acids, 2 hour post feeding bile acids
    Specimen
    Submit both: PRE: 0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube (fasted sample labeled PRE); POST: 0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube (2 hour post sample labeled POST)
    Test Description
    PRE: fasted Bile Acids, POST: 2 hour POST feeding Bile Acids.

    Suggested Protocol:
    1. Obtain a fasting serum sample (0.5 mL) and label the tube PRE-prandial.
    2. Obtain a second serum sample (0.5 mL) 2 hours after feeding the animal a maintenance diet and label the tube POST-prandial.

  • Bile Acids, Post

    Test Code
    Results:
    Component
    Bile Acids (Post)
    Specimen
    0.5 mL serum in red top, white top, or serum separator tube
    Test Description
    Single sample labelled as POST bile acids.

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Test Request Forms

As a service to our valued clients, Antech provides quick online access to test request forms in PDF format. Click download on the desired form below and the PDF will open in a new window, where you have the option to save or print.

  • Accuplex Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    AccuPlex Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Avian & Exotic Test Request Form

    Avian & Exotic

    US Version

  • Cadet-BRAF Test Request Form

    CADET BRAF/Plus

    US Version

  • Canine & Feline Test Request Form

    Canine & Feline Tests

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Dermapathology Test Request Form

    Dermatopathology Consult

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Pathology Test Request Form

    Histopathology/Cytology

    US Version

  • Canine/Feline Superliver Test Request Form

    Superliver Biopsy

    US Version

  • Equine & Large Animal Test Request Form

    Equine

    US Version

  • Equine/Large Animal Pathology Test Request Form

    Equine Histopathology/Cytology

    US Version

  • Heartworm Canine Occult Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    Canine Occult Heartworm Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Heartworm Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    Heartworm Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Ova & Parasite Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    O&P Multi-Test

    US Version

  • Ova & Parasite, Giardia Multi-Patient Test Request Form

    O&P Multi-Test with Giardia

    US Version

  • SearchLight DNA Form Canada

    SearchLight DNA Form (CA)

  • SearchLight DNA Test Request Form

    SearchLight DNA Form (US)