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Our Cat Lungworm Test uses specialist faecal examination methods to investigate two feline respiratory parasite targets.
The laboratory uses specialist larval detection for Aelurostrongylus abstrusus and faecal microscopy for Eucoleus aerophilus eggs. This is important because the two parasite targets are detected in different forms.
The lungworm screen requires faecal material collected over three consecutive days. Parasite shedding can be intermittent, so collecting across all three days supports the laboratory examination.
Follow the collection and storage instructions supplied with your kit.
We review findings for larvae and relevant respiratory parasite eggs before issuing the laboratory report. Free after-test advice is available where required.
Our Cat Lungworm Test reports findings for the two respiratory parasite targets included in the specialist feline screen.
Our extended feline respiratory parasite screen examines the faecal sample for the following targets:
The laboratory report records the detection of relevant lungworm larvae or respiratory parasite eggs. Where the findings allow, we provide identification and explanatory comments.
A negative faecal result cannot completely exclude infection because larvae or eggs may be shed intermittently.
Parasites may shed eggs, oocysts or larvae intermittently. Therefore, a result below the detectable limit, or a qualitative result of none seen, does not completely exclude infection.
Our trained laboratory team reviews the findings before emailing the result.
Clear laboratory reporting and free after-test advice are included where required.
Lungworm screen: The lungworm screen is an extended testing process and results are issued within 48 hours of arrival into the laboratory.
Please note: Laboratory testing is undertaken Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays. Weekends and bank holidays are not included in our stated turnaround times.
This kit is prepared for one cat and includes the materials needed to collect and return the required faecal sample or samples to our laboratory.
For the lungworm component, the instructions explain how to collect faecal material over three consecutive days.
Select the appropriate parasite test for your animal(s), or use our quick guide to find the most suitable option.
Collect the sample using your test kit and return it to our laboratory using the free, 24-hour tracked delivery which is included in your kit.
The laboratory team analyses your sample and provides a detailed PDF report via email, with access to our clinical team for further guidance if needed.
