IDEXX Streptococcus equi (S. equi) ELISA Test

Quantify Streptococcus equi antibody levels using the test that measures the immune reponse to the SeM protein, the major virulence factor of S. equi.

Performed on serum, this test provides antibody levels as titers in one of five different categories:

  • Negative
  • Weak positive
  • Moderate positive
  • High positive
  • Very high positive

 

This test is very useful if you suspect:

  • Recent infections or recent vaccinations
  • The need for booster vaccinations
  • Purpura hemorrhagica
  • Metastatic abscesses (“bastard strangles”)
  • Streptococcal myositis

 

Sample requirements

Collect at least 1 mL sample of serum.

 

Turnaround times

The IDEXX S. equi ELISA Test is performed on Tuesday and Thursday. Results are available the same day.

Streptococcus equi (S. equi)