Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) - Antibodies

LABOKLIN Service ID: 133

Material

serum or EDTA plasma or heparin plasma 0.5 ml

Method

ELISA

Duration

Reporting of results on the day the sample is received (Mon–Sat)

Remark

  • A positive result indicates FIV infection. Positive titres are also possible in kittens with maternal antibodies.
  • In questionable cases, the test should be repeated after 3–6 weeks or confirmed by further tests (FIV blot/FIV provirus PCR).