5 points before testing for Canine Babesiosis

Canine babesiosis is a worldwide, primarily tick-borne, protozoal disease. The disease is predominantly characterized by a direct parasitic and immune-mediated erythrocyte destruction, causing mild to severe systemic clinical manifestations.

Keep in mind:

• Canine babesiosis is frequently accompanied by Ehrlichia canis
• Accurate species classification is important for providing the appropriate treatment.
• The infection is more prevalent in certain seasons and geographical regions.
• In clinic PCR tests, such as PCRun® provide a rapid, sensitive, and species-specific diagnosis of canine babesiosis allowing to treat appropriately and efficiently.

We’ve rounded up five important points before testing for Canine Babesiosis