SEROLOGICAL ALLERGY TESTS FOR DOGS
Avacta Animal Health offers canine allergy testing using our ELISA based serology, that can detect specific IgE against 55 different allergens, with the addition of Staphylococcus as a secondary infection test. Details of these allergens can be found in our allergen list.
Our Practice Portal contains a large amount of information regarding submitting and taking samples, among many other helpful resources. Use the link below to log in and find out more!
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BENEFITS OF OUR CANINE ALLERGY TESTING
- Provides clear, easily interpreted results in a visual format that can be shared with owners
- Requires withdrawal from fewer medications prior to allergy testing and is less invasive and more time efficient compared to intradermal testing
- Boasts a quick standard turnaround times of 2-4 days
- Includes highly specific assays, using canine monoclonal antibodies for IgE detection
- Incorporates a unique CCD blocker included within the environmental assay to prevent and remove N-linked glycan IgE binding
- Is supported by numerous peer-reviewed publications
- Is evidence-based with excellent reproducibility
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WHAT CANINE ALLERGY TESTS DOES AVACTA ANIMAL HEALTH OFFER?
Avacta Allergy + Complete Environmental & Food
This test includes the food panel, the environmental panel (indoor & outdoor) and Malassezia IgE.
Environmental Test
By measuring allergen-specific IgE antibodies present in the serum, the Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test can help to identify environmental allergens for both allergen avoidance purposes and to select for inclusion in allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT).
Why use serological allergy testing?
Serological testing enables you to provide additional management and therapeutic options (such as ASIT) for allergy cases. Only by identifying relevant allergens are you able to offer all long-term solutions as part of an effective management programme for this life-long condition.
The Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Grasses
- Weeds
- Trees and shrubs
- Mites and fleas
- Dander
- Moulds
Malassezia IgE is also included in all of our canine environmental panels.
Food Test
The only way to diagnose a food allergy is by conducting a food trial. Using the Avacta Allergy+™ food test can help identify which foods are the most appropriate to use for the food trial.
How does the canine food test help?
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test measures allergen-specific IgG and IgE antibodies against food allergens and is designed to assist in the selection of novel foods, or commercial diets, for an elimination diet trial. The results of the test are printed in a clear visual format to help with owner understanding and engagement; in turn helping to promote stricter compliance.
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Mammalian, avian, and fish proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Vegetables
Additional resources to support you and your clients when conducting a diet trial can be found in the ‘Resources’ section of the Practice Portal.
Avacta Allergy + Environmental
This test includes the environmental panel (indoor & outdoor) and Malassezia IgE.
Environmental Test
By measuring allergen-specific IgE antibodies present in the serum, the Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test can help to identify environmental allergens for both allergen avoidance purposes and to select for inclusion in allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT).
Why use serological allergy testing?
Serological testing enables you to provide additional management and therapeutic options (such as ASIT) for allergy cases. Only by identifying relevant allergens are you able to offer all long-term solutions as part of an effective management programme for this life-long condition.
The Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Grasses
- Weeds
- Trees and shrubs
- Mites and fleas
- Dander
- Moulds
Malassezia IgE is also included in all of our canine environmental panels.
Avacta Allergy + Food
This test includes the food panel.
Food Test
The only way to diagnose a food allergy is by conducting a food trial. Using the Avacta Allergy+™ food test can help identify which foods are the most appropriate to use for the food trial.
How does the canine food test help?
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test measures allergen-specific IgG and IgE antibodies against food allergens and is designed to assist in the selection of novel foods, or commercial diets, for an elimination diet trial. The results of the test are printed in a clear visual format to help with owner understanding and engagement; in turn helping to promote stricter compliance.
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Mammalian, avian, and fish proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Vegetables
Additional resources to support you and your clients when conducting a diet trial can be found in the ‘Resources’ section of the Practice Portal.
Avacta Allergy + Screens
Screens are available for both food and environmental panels, and offer a positive or negative result only. Screens can be expanded on request.
Allergy Screening
Avacta Allergy+™ screens provide a cost-effective solution if you suspect allergic disease. Using the same ELISA based technology as our other allergy tests, the results will show you either a single positive or a negative result to each mixed allergen panel. You can then investigate further if desired, by expanding any positive allergen panel to gain individual allergen results.
This provides an economic method for allergen investigation identification and, following expansion of any panels with positive results, is an excellent precursor to allergen-specific immunotherapy and targeted allergen avoidance.
SUBMIT A SAMPLE
Avacta Allergy + Secondary Infection
Staphylococcus IgE
Serological IgE testing can help to identify dogs for which Staphylococcus is generating a hypersensitivity response. In these cases, the organism may effectively be acting as an allergen and you will often see a clinical response disproportionate to the number of organisms found on the dog’s skin.
SUBMIT A SAMPLE
WHAT CANINE ALLERGY TESTS DOES AVACTA ANIMAL HEALTH OFFER?
Avacta Allergy + Complete Environmental & Food
This test includes the food panel, the environmental panel (indoor & outdoor) and Malassezia IgE.
Environmental Test
By measuring allergen-specific IgE antibodies present in the serum, the Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test can help to identify environmental allergens for both allergen avoidance purposes and to select for inclusion in allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT).
Why use serological allergy testing?
Serological testing enables you to provide additional management and therapeutic options (such as ASIT) for allergy cases. Only by identifying relevant allergens are you able to offer all long-term solutions as part of an effective management programme for this life-long condition.
The Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Grasses
- Weeds
- Trees and shrubs
- Mites and fleas
- Dander
- Moulds
Malassezia IgE is also included in all of our canine environmental panels.
Food Test
The only way to diagnose a food allergy is by conducting a food trial. Using the Avacta Allergy+™ food test can help identify which foods are the most appropriate to use for the food trial.
How does the canine food test help?
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test measures allergen-specific IgG and IgE antibodies against food allergens and is designed to assist in the selection of novel foods, or commercial diets, for an elimination diet trial. The results of the test are printed in a clear visual format to help with owner understanding and engagement; in turn helping to promote stricter compliance.
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Mammalian, avian, and fish proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Vegetables
Additional resources to support you and your clients when conducting a diet trial can be found in the ‘Resources’ section of the Practice Portal.
Avacta Allergy + Environmental
This test includes the environmental panel (indoor & outdoor) and Malassezia IgE.
Environmental Test
By measuring allergen-specific IgE antibodies present in the serum, the Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test can help to identify environmental allergens for both allergen avoidance purposes and to select for inclusion in allergen-specific immunotherapy (ASIT).
Why use serological allergy testing?
Serological testing enables you to provide additional management and therapeutic options (such as ASIT) for allergy cases. Only by identifying relevant allergens are you able to offer all long-term solutions as part of an effective management programme for this life-long condition.
The Avacta Allergy+™ environmental test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Grasses
- Weeds
- Trees and shrubs
- Mites and fleas
- Dander
- Moulds
Malassezia IgE is also included in all of our canine environmental panels.
Avacta Allergy + Food
This test includes the food panel.
Food Test
The only way to diagnose a food allergy is by conducting a food trial. Using the Avacta Allergy+™ food test can help identify which foods are the most appropriate to use for the food trial.
How does the canine food test help?
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test measures allergen-specific IgG and IgE antibodies against food allergens and is designed to assist in the selection of novel foods, or commercial diets, for an elimination diet trial. The results of the test are printed in a clear visual format to help with owner understanding and engagement; in turn helping to promote stricter compliance.
The Avacta Allergy+™ food test contains allergens from the following groups:
- Mammalian, avian, and fish proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Vegetables
Additional resources to support you and your clients when conducting a diet trial can be found in the ‘Resources’ section of the Practice Portal.
Avacta Allergy + Screens
Screens are available for both food and environmental panels, and offer a positive or negative result only. Screens can be expanded on request.
Allergy Screening
Avacta Allergy+™ screens provide a cost-effective solution if you suspect allergic disease. Using the same ELISA based technology as our other allergy tests, the results will show you either a single positive or a negative result to each mixed allergen panel. You can then investigate further if desired, by expanding any positive allergen panel to gain individual allergen results.
This provides an economic method for allergen investigation identification and, following expansion of any panels with positive results, is an excellent precursor to allergen-specific immunotherapy and targeted allergen avoidance.
SUBMIT A SAMPLE
Avacta Allergy + Secondary Infection
Staphylococcus IgE
Serological IgE testing can help to identify dogs for which Staphylococcus is generating a hypersensitivity response. In these cases, the organism may effectively be acting as an allergen and you will often see a clinical response disproportionate to the number of organisms found on the dog’s skin.
SUBMIT A SAMPLE
CANINE ALLERGY TEST FAQS
How much serum do I need to send for each canine allergy test?
Please see the submission form for the exact amounts of serum required for each test.
How do I find out about canine allergy test pricing details?
Please email technical.support@avacta.com for pricing information.
How quickly can I get the results from a canine allergy test?
Because we are a UK laboratory, samples do not have to travel far and our standard turnaround times for results are just 2-4 working days, from receipt of a sample.
How do I send a serum sample to Avacta Animal Health for canine allergy testing?
ORDER SUBMISSION BOXES
Submission boxes are provided free of charge and contain the following:
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- Sample submission form
- Biohazard bag
- Absorbent padding
- Pre-paid, pre-addressed envelope
The submission box includes all items that are required to ensure your sample submission meets UN3373 packaging requirements. For more details, please click here.
To send samples from outside of the UK please click here.
For more help in submitting a sample, please see our short video, which will guide you step-by-step through the process of submitting a sample and the key points to remember.
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