Accuplex

Accuplex is raising the standard of care with its enhanced Lyme detection using C6

Lyme disease detection on Antech’s Accuplex now includes screening for antibodies to C6. The C6 peptide exists in the invariable region (IR6) of the VIsE surface lipoprotein of Borrelia burgdorferi and is only expressed following natural infection or exposure of a host. Therefore, a positive C6 result will not be reported from cross-reactivity with vaccinal antibodies.

The Most Advanced Technology For Lyme Detection

The 2018 ACVIM consensus update on Lyme borreliosis in dogs and cats indicates the utility of screening for C6 antibodies for the detection of Lyme disease. Antech Diagnostics is committed to the continued product enhancement of our diagnostic offerings in line with advances in clinical medicine and to address the increasing prevalence of infectious diseases. While a positive Lyme C6 result indicates natural infection or exposure, the majority of seropositive dogs do not develop clinical signs. The downloadable Accuplex Lyme Algorithm can guide you through a thorough diagnostic workup including an investigation into the presence or absence of proteinuria as recommended by the ACVIM guidelines.^1

Not all Testing is Created Equal

When it comes to screening your patients for Heartworm, Lyme, Ehrlichia, and Anaplasma, Accuplex offers high-quality testing at an affordable price.

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Learn how to interpret Lyme positive results.

Reliable Heartworm Detection

Infection by heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis) is a life-threatening condition in dogs, and the ability to identify an infection early, before a patient shows any clinical signs, is crucial for beginning treatment when it is most impactful. The Accuplex heartworm antigen test is an effective tool to aid veterinarians in this detection.

A Lyme-positive Test Identifies Exposure, Not Illness—THE MAJORITY OF DOGS NEVER GET SICK

Once a dog tests positive for Lyme disease, it is important to monitor for clinical signs such as lameness, joint swelling, fever, lethargy, and decreased appetite. Treatment is indicated in patients exhibiting clinical signs and/or renal proteinuria.

Improved Detection of Ehrlichia spp.

Accuplex now tests for the presence of antibodies to three different Ehrlichia species: E. canis, E. ewingii, & E. chaffeensis. These pathogens can be transmitted by varying tick species with different endemic regions. Using Accuplex, you can rest assured knowing the species that may be in your back yard is covered.

Early And Reliable Detection Of A. Phagocytophilum

Early detection of Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection is important to improve success in treatment and the Accuplex assay was able to detect A. phagocytophilum antibodies as early as 14 days post-infection.^2

*Detects patient antibodies against the C6 peptide derived from the VlsE protein of Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease. Like all C6 tests, a positive result indicates infection (past or present.) Most infected dogs show no or mild clinical signs, and do not develop the clinical syndrome of Lyme disease.

  1. Littman MP, Gerber B, Goldstein RE, Labato MA, Lappin MR, Moore GE.
    ACVIM consensus update on Lyme borreliosis in dogs and cats. J Vet
    Intern Med. 2018;32(3):887-903. https://doi.org/10.1111/jvim.15085
  2. Moroff S, Sokolchik I, Woodring T, Woodruff C, Atkinson B, Lappin MR.
    Detection of antibodies against Anaplasma phagocytophilum in dogs
    using an automated fluorescence based system. The Veterinary Journal.
    2014; 202(2):348-352. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2014.08.018.
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