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RT-PCR Tests
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RT-PCR tests for dogs, cats, cows, buffaloes and horses in Bhopal

RT-PCR (real-time PCR) tests look for the genetic material of germs such as viruses, bacteria and blood parasites. They can find an infection early and name the organism. Below are the RT-PCR tests listed for dogs, cats, cows, buffaloes and horses, from single-germ tests to multi-germ panels.

Dogs 28Cats 20Cows 23Buffaloes 23Horses 5
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About these tests

What is RT-PCR?

RT-PCR here means real-time PCR. PCR stands for polymerase chain reaction: it copies a tiny piece of a germ's genetic material many times until the machine can detect it, and 'real-time' means the machine watches the copying as it happens. Because it looks for the germ itself, RT-PCR can show infection before the body has made antibodies.

Why do some viruses need a reverse step?

Many viruses, such as canine distemper virus, foot-and-mouth disease virus, equine influenza virus and rabies virus, keep their genetic material as RNA. For these, the test first turns RNA into DNA (reverse transcription) and then copies it. The lab chooses the right version for each test and confirms the method when you book.

What samples are used?

It depends on the germ: EDTA blood for blood parasites, swabs for respiratory germs, faeces for gut germs, milk for mastitis germs and tissue or fluid for some diseases. Taking the sample correctly, and before antibiotics where possible, makes the result more reliable.

What can RT-PCR not tell you?

A negative RT-PCR does not always rule infection out, for example if the sample was taken late or contained little of the germ. A positive result can also reflect a carrier or past exposure. A veterinarian reads the result together with the signs. RT-PCR does not show which antibiotics will work; culture and sensitivity does that.

RT-PCR / Molecular Tests

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RT-PCR (real-time PCR) tests detect the genetic material of infectious agents, including tick-fever parasites.

RT-PCR tests: Bhopal and the big cities of Madhya Pradesh

Free sample collection anywhere in Bhopal. From the other cities, send the sample by courier, bus parcel or through your local veterinarian, and the report comes to you online.

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Free collection in these Bhopal areas

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Conditions these tests help with

Canine Parvovirus (Parvo)Canine DistemperTick Fever in Dogs (Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis & Anaplasmosis)Leptospirosis in Dogs, Cattle & BuffaloHeartworm Disease in Dogs & CatsIntestinal Worms & Giardia in Dogs & CatsKennel Cough in DogsCanine BrucellosisAll guides

Guides

Age & Life Stage 4 min read

Puppy With Loose Motions: Which Lab Tests Help the Vet

A puppy with loose motions should see a vet quickly. The vet may use a stool test, a parvo rapid test, RT-PCR and a blood count, each answering a different question about the cause.

18 Oct 2026

Age & Life Stage 4 min read

Kitten Diarrhoea and the Stool Tests a Vet May Ask For

Kitten diarrhoea can come from worms, parasites, viruses or stress. Stool tests, a Giardia kit, a panleukopenia kit and an RT-PCR panel help the vet find out which, and a sick kitten needs prompt care.

18 Oct 2026

Age & Life Stage 5 min read

FIV and FeLV Testing for Kittens and Newly Adopted Cats

A kitten or a newly adopted cat can be tested for FIV and FeLV with a small blood sample and a rapid kit. A very young kitten or a recent infection can mislead a kit, so a repeat test or RT-PCR may follow.

18 Oct 2026

Questions about RT-PCR tests

What does RT-PCR mean in an animal test?
RT-PCR is real-time PCR, a method that finds the genetic material of a germ in a sample. For viruses that keep RNA, the test adds a first step that turns RNA into DNA. The lab picks the right version for each test.
Is an RT-PCR test better than a rapid kit test?
RT-PCR is usually more sensitive and can name the exact germ, while rapid kits are quick screening tests. Vets often use a rapid test first and RT-PCR to confirm or when the kit is unclear.
Which sample do I need for an RT-PCR test?
It depends on the test: EDTA blood, a swab, faeces, milk or tissue. The sample type is listed on every test page, and the lab tells you how to collect it when you book.
How long does an RT-PCR report take?
The lab confirms the reporting time when you book, because it depends on the test and how the sample reaches the lab.
Can I send RT-PCR samples from other districts of Madhya Pradesh?
Yes. Book first, then send the sample by courier or bus parcel, or through your local veterinarian. Call the lab before sending samples that need special handling.
Can I get RT-PCR tests done from Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Dewas or Chhindwara?
Yes. Pashupatinath Vet Lab, Shahpura, Bhopal, receives samples for testing. Sample collection is free anywhere in Bhopal. From Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Sagar, Dewas or Chhindwara and every other Madhya Pradesh district, the sample can be sent by courier, bus parcel or through your local veterinarian. Book first or call, so the lab can tell you how to take, label and pack the sample.

Prices are in Indian rupees. The final amount is confirmed at booking. Tests marked “Price on request” are confirmed when you book, together with the sample needs and reporting time. A registered veterinarian should read every result with the animal’s signs and history.

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