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SNAP 4Dx Plus Test Test accuracy

SNAP 4Dx Plus Test Test accuracy

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Overview: The SNAP® 4Dx® Plus Test is an advanced diagnostic tool utilizing ELISA technology to detect specific antibodies for Anaplasma spp., Ehrlichia spp., and C6 antibodies from B. burgdorferi, as well as D. immitis antigen. This test is designed to minimize false positives and ensure high accuracy.
Specifications: The test employs peptide-based technology to target highly specific antibodies, enhancing the precision of the results.
Test Accuracy: The SNAP 4Dx Plus Test demonstrates high sensitivity and specificity across various analytes, as shown in the table below:
  • Dirofilaria immitis: Sensitivity of 98.0% and specificity of 100.0%.
  • Anaplasma spp.: Sensitivity of 94.1% and specificity of 98.4%.
  • Ehrlichia spp.: Sensitivity of 93.4% and specificity of 96.8%.
  • Borrelia burgdorferi: Sensitivity of 95.5% and specificity of 99.4%.
Comparison with Reference Methods: The test results were compared with reference methods such as necropsy, PetChek® Heartworm ELISA, IFA, and ELISA for various pathogens, confirming the test's reliability.
Conclusion: The SNAP 4Dx Plus Test is a reliable and precise diagnostic tool for detecting specific antibodies and antigens, with high sensitivity and specificity, reducing the likelihood of false positives.
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SNAP 4Dx Plus Test Test accuracy The SNAP® 4Dx® Plus Test uses highly purified reagents on the ELISA platform. The SNAP Test’s peptide-based technology allows for the evaluation of only highly specific antibodies for Anaplasma spp., Ehrlichia spp., and C6 antibodies from B. burgdorferi, which helps reduce the likelihood of false positives. This test is also highly accurate for detection of D. immitis antigen. Reference standard Dirofilaria immitisa Anaplasma Ehrlichia Borrelia burgdorferid IDEXX 4Dx Plus Test result Table 1. Improved IDEXX 4Dx® Plus Test versus reference methods8 Reference methods a. Necropsy or PetChek® Heartworm ELISA positive and PetChek Heartworm ELISA negative b. A. phagocytophilum IFA and Anaplasma ELISA c.1 E.canis IFA and E. ewingii ELISA © 2021 IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. d. Lyme immunoblot and C6 ELISA © 2022 IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. • 09-80924-02 All ®/TM marks are owned by IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries. The IDEXX Privacy

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