Description
Canine Giardia lamblia is a protozoan that causes intestinal infections in dogs. Infection is usually transmitted through ingestion of contaminated water or food. Canine Giardia infections are usually present with gastrointestinal symptoms, including diarrhea, vomiting and loss of appetite. Here is some relevant information about Canine Giardia Flagellate Antigen Infection.
Symptoms
Diarrhea: Diarrhea is one of the main symptoms of Canine Giardia Flagellate infection and may present as loose or watery stools.
Vomiting: Dogs with a Giardia infection may vomit, especially if the infection is severe or prolonged.
Loss of appetite: Giardia-infected dogs may show signs of loss of interest in food or loss of appetite.
Weight loss: Pet dogs may gradually lose weight due to loss of appetite and digestive problems.
Abdominal discomfort: Pet dogs may show signs of abdominal bloating, abdominal pain or discomfort.
Transmission
Giardia is transmitted by the fecal-oral route. The cysts are shed in the feces and are immediately infectious upon expulsion. The cysts can be ingested directly from an infected host, contaminated food or water, or contaminated pollutants in the environment.
Detection and Diagnosis:
The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) recommends that direct smear and centrifuged fecal float, combined with a veterinarian-approved sensitive and patient-specific patient-side antigen test, be performed for the detection of Giardia infection in symptomatic dogs in the clinical setting.
This combination of diagnostic tests maximizes the chances of detecting Giardia. Diagnosis of Giardia by microscopy alone is difficult for several reasons: the cysts are small (10 to 12 μm long); they are intermittently shed, transparent and friable in flotation solutions.
The giardia antigen test for dogs sold by Antigenne can determine whether a dog is infected with Giardia in less than 10 minutes by detecting eggs or cysts of the parasite in fresh feces.
The Giardia Stool Test, developed by Antigenne, is a highly effective and convenient diagnostic tool designed for the detection of the intestinal parasite Giardia in pets with the following advantages:
Rapid Results: The test provides accurate results in less than 10 minutes, helping pet owners and veterinarians quickly identify infections and take timely treatment.
High accuracy: Antigenne’s test uses advanced antigen detection technology to ensure highly accurate results, reducing the risk of misdiagnosis and providing a reliable diagnostic basis.
Easy to use: The tests are simple and easy to perform, requiring no complex equipment or specialised skills, and can be easily administered by pet owners and veterinarians for efficient health monitoring.
Affordable: Compared to laboratory testing, Antigenne’s rapid test costs less, providing an affordable solution that reduces the financial burden on pet owners and veterinarians.
Treatment and Prevention
Treatment of Giardia infection in dogs usually involves the use of anti-parasitic drugs such as Metronidazole or Fenbendazole. In addition, keeping the environment clean and hygienic, cleaning up pet feces regularly and avoiding drinking untreated water can help prevent the development of canine giardia infections.
Prompt detection and treatment of canine giardia infections is important, as untreated infections can lead to ongoing digestive problems and health risks for dogs. If your pet is showing signs of digestive problems, seek medical attention as soon as possible and inform your veterinarian that your pet may be at risk for a Canine Giardia infection.
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