Heartworm Antigen, Microfilaria

Test Code
T617
Results:
1-2 days.
Specimen
0.5 mL serum in red top or serum separator tube and 1.0 mL EDTA whole blood in lavender top tube.
Test Description
Microfilaria ‑ Knotts, Heartworm Antigen

This test evaluates for the presence of heartworm antigen (female adult heartworm) and a Knotts test is performed to evaluate for microfilariae.

Interferences: Marked hemolysis and lipemia.