One or more of the following: 5.0 mL nasal wash; 5.0 mL guttural pouch wash; 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.