WITNESS Dirofilaria®

Description:

• Rapid Immuno-Migration (RIM) Assay for detection of adult female Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm) antigen in dogs and cats†.
• Point-of-Care test with results in 10 minutes or less.

Recommendations for use:

• Suspicion of heartworm infestation in dogs or cats.
• Screening of dogs prior to commencement or resumption of Heartworm prevention programs where adult worms may be detectable.
• Confirmation of efficacy of adulticidal treatment.
• Yearly health check, especially when dog is on monthly heartworm preventative.

Pack sizes:

KIT CONTENTS:

1. 10 pouches, each containing 1 test device and desiccant.
2. 1 Buffer dropper bottle (2.8 ml).
3. Instructions for use.
4. 10 pipettes.

SDS

• Patented RIM® technology.
• Simple 2 step process with easy to read colour change result.
• Quality European manufacturing.
• Anti-coagulated whole blood (EDTA, Heparin), serum or plasma as sample.
• Storage and testing at room temperature.
• No additional equipment required.

Dosage:

• The Witness® test performance is independent of circulating microfilaria and can be used to detect amicrolifaraemic or ‘occult’ infections.
• False negative results can occur with immature heartworm infections or male only infections.

Storage:

• Shelf life 12-18 months.
• Store at 2-25°C.