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Canine SNAP 3Dx Test
Proven to be superior for diagnostic sensitivity and specificity
 

The SNAP® 3Dx® Test uses highly purified analytes on the ELISA platform.

Purified analytes provide superior specificity and improved sensitivity over traditional whole-cell-based tests (IFA and Western blot). This is because the SNAP® test's peptide-based technology allows evaluation of only highly specific antibodies for E. canis and Lyme, thereby helping to eliminate false-positives. IFA and Western blot whole-cell tests measure all antibodies generated against these organisms, antibodies that are not necessarily unique to Lyme and E. canis, which can result in false-positives.

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The SNAP® 3Dx® Test is available in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Latin America. Call your local IDEXX distributor for availability.

View the complete SNAP 3Dx Test package insert. (927 KB)

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