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Ovassay Plus
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Ovassay Plus
This treatment applies to the following species:- Beef Cattle
- Cats
- Chickens
- Dairy Cattle
- Dogs
- Goats
- Horses
- Sheep
- Swine
- Turkeys
- Wild / Exotic / Zoo / Other
U.s. Vet. Lic. No.
312Components
Fecal floatation analysis kit and collection devices.Ovassay Plus Indications
For the examination of fecal samples for ova.Test Principle
Salts and sugars have been used to produce high specific gravity media to aid in the separation of common parasite ova from the debris in fecal matter. The fecal flotation method has been adapted for use in the kit. When a fecal specimen is homogenized in a solution with specific gravity of approximately 1.2, the common ova float at the top of the liquid while most of the fecal debris settles to the bottom. The top portion of the liquid is then collected on a coverslip and examined microscopically.Test Procedure
Materials required, but not provided:1. Microscope slides and coverslips (22 mm2).
2. Microscope capable of low and 100X magnification.
Specimen information:
1. Approximately 2 g of feces are required.
2. Prompt processing of the specimen will aid in the accurate diagnosis of parasitic infection.
Time required for the test:
Total time: 10-15 minutes.
Working time: Approximately five (5) minutes.
Set up time: 30-45 seconds.
Reading time: Three (3) to four (4) minutes.
Examine the specimen for any visible adult parasites or tapeworm segments.
Prepare the zinc sulfate solution according to the directions on the bottle of OVASSAY® plus zinc sulfate crystals.
How to collect a stool sample:
1. Remove insert. A little cup-like area forms the bottom of the insert.
2. Fill small end by pressing it into stool. Loose stools may need to be scooped into the small end of insert.
3. Place loaded insert back into the device.
Analyzing the Fecal Sample
1. With the filled insert in place, add OVASSAY® Plus Zinc Sulfate Solution until fluid level reaches about half way up the device.
2. Mix thoroughly by rotating the insert. This separates eggs and cysts from fecal sample.
3. With the bottom edge of the cap, apply pressure on the insert until it is firmly seated in the device.
4. Carefully fill the device to the brim with flotation solution to form a meniscus.
5. Place a 22 mm2 cover slip on the meniscus for 5 minutes.
6. Then transfer slip to slide for microscopic examination. Examine under low power and 100x for ova.
Close the cap tightly for easy disposal.
Examination of the slide: Moving the slide systematically, scan the entire preparation. Identify all parasite eggs and grade the quantity of eggs to relate to light, medium or heavy infections. Do not confuse epithelial cells, air bubbles, etc. with the ova.
Limitation of procedure: Generally, the ova of common nematode parasites are readily detected by the technique. Tapeworm eggs would be detected if gravid proglotids are found in the samples or if they burst and disseminate eggs into the feces.
Discussion
The OVASSAY® Plus fecal diagnostic system has been found to compare favorably with standard flotation techniques for identifying parasitic infections. It requires a minimum of manipulative procedures, and the materials and remaining debris are disposable in a manner that minimizes chances of contamination of the technician's hands or laboratory area.Presentation
50 tests per kit.Nac No.
1115015011011 VIA FRONTERA, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92127
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