What is a PCR test in veterinary medicine?

PCR, or Polymerase Chain Reaction, is a laboratory test that detects the DNA or RNA of viruses and bacteria. In veterinary medicine it is used to identify infections such as parvovirus, distemper and tick-borne diseases with high sensitivity, even when the germ is present in very small amounts.

When is a PCR test recommended for pets?

Your veterinarian may recommend PCR when rapid tests are negative but clinical signs are strongly suggestive of infection, when infections are chronic or recurrent, when a precise identification of the organism is needed, or in high-risk puppies and immunocompromised animals where early diagnosis is critical.

What infections can PCR detect in dogs and cats?

PCR can detect a variety of infections, depending on the panel used. Common examples include canine parvovirus, canine distemper virus, feline panleukopenia, feline respiratory viruses and several tick-borne organisms such as Ehrlichia and Babesia. Your vet will select the appropriate PCR tests based on your pet’s signs.

How is PCR different from ELISA or rapid tests?

ELISA and rapid tests usually detect antigens or antibodies and may sometimes miss infections in very early or very late stages. PCR detects the genetic material of the organism itself, so it is often more sensitive and specific, especially in early infection or when there has been partial treatment.

Where can my pet get a PCR test in Bhopal and Madhya Pradesh?

Your veterinarian can collect the required sample such as blood, feces or swabs and send it to Pashupatinath Vet Lab in Shahpura, Bhopal. We coordinate PCR testing for various infections and provide digital reports to vets and pet owners across Bhopal and Madhya Pradesh.

Preventive Blood Testing for Dogs & Cats in Sagar

Preventive Blood Testing Guide for Pets in Sagar

City focus: Sagar (Madhya Pradesh)

This guide helps pet parents understand which tests are commonly recommended by veterinarians, why they matter, and how timely testing can improve treatment decisions.

Key points

Annual wellness tests can detect early liver/kidney changes before symptoms become severe.
Senior pets benefit from CBC + biochemistry + urine testing at least once a year.
Discuss parasite screening and tick prevention with your veterinarian.

When to book a test

Fever, weakness, vomiting/diarrhea, loss of appetite
Tick history, pale gums, bleeding spots, low platelets suspicion
Pre-surgery screening and senior pet wellness checks

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Which tests are useful for a routine checkup?

Commonly CBC, basic biochemistry (LFT/KFT), and urine testing—your veterinarian may add more based on age and history.

How often should senior pets be tested?

Many vets recommend at least once a year; twice yearly for pets with chronic conditions.

Can tests help before vaccination or surgery?

Yes—pre-vaccine or pre-surgery screening helps ensure safety and proper planning.

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Preventive Blood Testing Guide for Pets in Sagar

Preventive Blood Testing Guide for Pets in Sagar

Key points

When to book a test

FAQs

Which tests are useful for a routine checkup?

How often should senior pets be tested?

Can tests help before vaccination or surgery?

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