The Most common Equine Diagnostic Plans

- Introduction

Diagnostic tests are essential tools for confirming the health status of animals and identifying pathogens. They enable the early detection, management and control of animal diseases including zoonosis, it is important to take into account several basic aspects of the sampling for the laboratory analysis in order to avoid mistakes in this stage which could lead to false conclusions drawn from the interpretation of results:

1. Choosing the right material when carrying out the sampling.

2. Two samples collected in clean/sterile conditions depending on the case.

3. The samples taken should be transported to the laboratory in ice box for the detection of the antigen  .

4. The serum samples must be collected for the detection of antibodies (serology).

5. it is very important to label the samples correctly.