Feline Infectious Disease¶
Test Menu¶
| Disease | Pathogen | Test Type | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panleukopenia | FPV | Antigen (VP2) | 15 min |
| Calicivirus | FCV | PCR / antigen | Varies |
| Herpesvirus (rhinotracheitis) | FHV-1 | PCR | Varies |
| Coronavirus / FIP | FCoV | Antibody | 15 min |
| Leukaemia | FeLV | Antigen (p27) | 15 min |
| Immunodeficiency | FIV | Antibody | 15 min |
FeLV / FIV — The Core Screening Tests¶
FeLV antigen and FIV antibody are the standard screening tests for new cats, sick cats, and before vaccination.
| Test | Positive Meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| FeLV Ag | Active infection | Confirm with second method |
| FIV Ab | Exposure/infection | Kittens retest after 6 mo |
Explore This Domain¶
- FPV Testing Guide — panleukopenia detection, interpretation, case study
- FeLV Testing Guide — p27 antigen, confirmation protocol
- FIV Testing Guide — antibody detection, maternal-antibody caveats
FAQ¶
Which cats should be screened? New adoptions, outdoor cats, sick cats, and before FeLV vaccination.
Does a positive FeLV antigen mean euthanasia? No — confirm with a second method first (IFA/PCR).
Can I test for FPV like CPV? Yes — same VP2 antigen principle (same virus genus).
For diagnostic accuracy data, see the Research Center.
Authored by: Migibio Clinical & Scientific Affairs, Guangzhou Magic Biotech Co., Ltd.
Reviewed by: Migibio R&D Quality Committee
Last updated: 2026-08-13
Disclosure: Migibio (Guangzhou Magic Biotech Co., Ltd.) is the manufacturer of the FIA680/FIA880 analyzers and FICT reagents referenced in this content. See our Editorial & Review Policy.