CANINE BABESIA DETECTION, PCR

Description

Canine Babesia Detection PCR Test for Dogs

Canine Babesia Detection PCR is a molecular diagnostic test that detects Babesia species (B. canis, B. vogeli, B. gibsoni) in dogs. Babesiosis is a tick-transmitted haemoparasitic disease causing red blood cell destruction, anaemia, fever, and potentially life-threatening complications. PCR is the most sensitive and specific method for detecting active Babesia infection.

At Home Petcare, powered by Diagnopet, offers at-home blood sample collection for the Canine Babesia PCR test across Hyderabad.

What Is Canine Babesiosis?

Babesiosis is caused by intraerythrocytic protozoan parasites transmitted by ticks (Rhipicephalus sanguineus). The disease destroys red blood cells, leading to haemolytic anaemia, thrombocytopenia, and organ failure in severe cases.

Clinical Signs of Babesiosis in Dogs

• Pale or yellow mucous membranes (jaundice/icterus)
• High fever and lethargy
• Dark-coloured urine (haemoglobinuria)
• Weakness and collapse
• Loss of appetite and weight loss
• Swollen lymph nodes and spleen

When Is the Babesia PCR Test Recommended?

• Dogs with unexplained anaemia or fever after tick exposure
• Dogs in tick-endemic areas like Hyderabad, Telangana
• Dogs with thrombocytopenia of unknown cause
• Pre-treatment confirmation before anti-Babesia therapy
• Monitoring post-treatment response

Why PCR Over Rapid Tests?

PCR detects even low-level parasitaemia and differentiates between Babesia species (B. canis, B. vogeli, B. gibsoni), enabling targeted and effective treatment.

Sample Type

EDTA Blood — Collected at your home by our trained veterinary professionals.

Report Delivery

Digital report delivered within 1–2 working days via email and WhatsApp.