Cat Flu Test
GetTested’s Calicivirus Test for Cats is a rapid at home test that detects feline calicivirus (FCV), a common viral cause of cat flu and respiratory infection in cats. FCV can cause sneezing, nasal discharge, eye irritation, mouth ulcers, drooling, fever, appetite loss and low energy. It can spread easily in multi cat environments, shelters, catteries and breeding settings. The test gives a clear result in approximately 10 minutes, helping you quickly check whether feline calicivirus may be involved.
Product details: GBP 25.99 — InStock — SKU SY-CAF — GetTested
About this test – Cat Flu Test
Common Signs of FCV Infection
Cats with feline calicivirus may experience:
Sneezing
Nasal congestion or discharge
Eye discharge or inflammation
Mouth ulcers
Drooling
Fever
Loss of appetite
Low energy or lethargy
Lameness or joint pain in some cases
Who May Benefit from This Test?
This test may be suitable for cats that:
Are sneezing or showing cat flu like symptoms
Have nasal discharge or eye irritation
Have mouth ulcers, drooling or reduced appetite
Have been exposed to cats with respiratory symptoms
Live in shelters, catteries, breeding environments or multi cat households
Need a rapid first screen when feline calicivirus is suspected
Simple Home Testing
The test can be performed using an eye or nose secretion sample, according to the included instructions.
The sample is mixed with the provided buffer and applied to the test cassette. Results are available in approximately 10 minutes and can be read directly from the test cassette.
What Is Included in the Kit?
1 Feline calicivirus test cassette
Sample collection swab
Buffer solution
Step by step instructions
Frequently asked questions – Cat Flu Test
Why is feline calicivirus common in multi cat environments?
FCV spreads easily between cats through direct contact, respiratory secretions and contaminated shared items such as bowls, bedding, toys and surfaces.
Can FCV cause both respiratory signs and mouth symptoms?
Yes. Feline calicivirus can cause sneezing, nasal discharge and eye irritation, but it may also cause mouth ulcers, drooling and reduced appetite.
When is this test useful for cats?
This test may be useful when a cat has cat flu like symptoms, mouth ulcers, appetite loss or possible exposure to cats with respiratory infection.
Customer reviews – Cat Flu Test
4.4/5 (11)
- 4/5 — The package arrived quickly. The instructions on how to swab the nose were clear enough, even if the cat wasn't entirely happy with the procedure. Nice to get an answer right there in the hallway.
- 5/5 — simple and smooth.
- 5/5 — Good to have on hand when you have multiple cats at home and suspect infection. The test was easy to use and the result came after just 10 minutes as promised. The packaging felt professional.
- 4/5 — Helpful customer service when I had questions about how to best take the sample from the eye, got a reply quickly. The test itself is a bit fiddly to do alone if you have a bouncy cat but it worked in the end.
- 3/5 — the test worked as it should but I thought the manual could have had slightly larger text, was hard to read. the delivery also took a day longer than I had hoped for.
- 5/5 — Very convenient to be able to check for calicivirus yourself without having to stress the cat out with a transport immediately. Clear result on the stick. Fast shipping!
- 4/5 — Did what it was supposed to. A bit expensive maybe but worth it to get answers quickly.
- 4/5 — Bra att ha hemma när man har flera katter, men instruktionerna kunde vara ännu tydligare. Funkade dock fint!