FMP Ag Test

Feline Mypoplasma Pneumonia Antigen Rapid Test (FHV Ag)

Catalog No.: JCA126C

Product Information

¤  INTENDED USE

The Feline Mypoplasma Pneumonia Antigen Rapid Test(FMP Ag Test) is a lateral flow immunochromatographic assay for the qualitative detection of mypoplasma pneumonia antigen (FMP Ag) in secretions from cat’s eyes, nasal cavities. 

Assay Time:  5-10 minutes

Specimen: Secretions from cat’s eyes, nasal cavities.

¤  TEST PROCEDURE

- Collect cat’s ocular, nasal secretions with the cotton swab and make the swab wet sufficiently.

- Insert the swab into the provided assay buffer tube. Agitates it to get efficient sample extraction. 

- Take out the test device from the foil pouch and place it horizontally.

- Suck the treated sample extraction from the assay buffer tube and place 3 drops into the sample hole “S” of the test device.

- Interpret the result in 5-10 minutes. Result after 10 minutes is considered as invalid.

¤  INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS

- Positive (+): The presence of both “C” line and zone “T” line, no matter T line is clear or vague.

- Negative (-): Only clear C line appear. No T line.

- Invalid: No colored line appears in C zone. No matter if T line appears.

Q&A

¤  What is FMP?

Mycoplasma infection is caused by a type of bacteria that acts as a parasite in the blood, causing anemia and other signs of infection. Antibiotic treatment may be needed to overcome the disease, especially in cats with poor immune performance.

Mycoplasma infection is a medical condition that affects cats, dogs, farm animals, and people. The bacteria are present in most environments and are often commensals. Most healthy animals will experience little to no symptoms, but the very young or old or those with immune disorders may have severe anemia and other signs of infection. Mycoplasma commonly causes respiratory symptoms like bronchitis and pneumonia, but can cause infection in other parts of the body as well.

¤  What are the clinical signs of FHV infection

The symptoms of Mycoplasma infection can vary based on several factors. The most common symptom is anemia. Clinical signs can vary depending on the severity of the infection, the species of Mycobplasma involved and the immune status of the cat. Symptoms are considerably more severe in animals who have immune disorders and weakened immune systems. The location of the infection also affects the type of symptoms the cat will have. Infections can be located in the respiratory system, urinary tract, joints, or reproductive system. 

Common symptoms include:

- Anemia

- Lethargy

- Lack of appetite

- Weakness

- Fever

- Yellowing of skin (Icterus or Jaundice)

- Pale skin and mucous membranes

- Nasal or ocular (eye) discharge

Symptoms related to the infection location include:

- Sneezing

- Trouble breathing

- Coughing

- Pneumonia

- Joint inflammation

- Difficulty moving

- Urinary tract infection

- Abscesses

- Reproductive problems (including miscarriage and poor fetal development)

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