Respiratory Virus (Herpes) Test for Cats

About this test

Common Signs of FHV-1 Infection

Cats with feline herpesvirus may experience:

• Sneezing

• Watery or inflamed eyes

• Eye discharge

• Nasal discharge

• Fever

• Low energy or lethargy

• Loss of appetite

• Respiratory discomfort

Who May Benefit from This Test?

This test may be suitable for cats that:

• Show cat flu like symptoms

• Have watery, irritated or inflamed eyes

• Are sneezing frequently

• Have nasal discharge

• 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 herpesvirus 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 herpesvirus antigen test cassette

• 1 Sample collection swab

• 1 Buffer solution

• Step by step instructions

Biomarkers included

• Feline Herpesvirus Type 1 (FHV-1) Antigen: Feline Herpesvirus Type 1 (FHV-1) antigen refers to viral components from FHV-1 that can be detected in a cat’s ocular or nasal secretion sample. FHV-1 is a contagious virus and a common cause of cat flu and upper respiratory disease in cats. A positive antigen result can indicate active infection or viral shedding and may be linked to sneezing, nasal discharge, eye discharge, conjunctivitis, feve

Frequently asked questions

Can feline herpesvirus affect both the eyes and respiratory tract?

Yes. FHV-1 may cause eye irritation, eye discharge, sneezing, nasal discharge and other upper respiratory signs.

Why can herpes symptoms come back in cats?

Some cats may carry FHV-1 long term, and signs can reappear during periods of stress, illness or reduced immune defence.

When is this test useful for cats?

This test may be useful when a cat has cat flu like symptoms, eye irritation, nasal discharge, sneezing or possible exposure to cats with respiratory infection.

Customer reviews

5.0/5 (1)

• 5/5 — Simple to use and the results were ready in less than 10 minutes as promised.