Dog and Cat Raw Diet Test (qPCR)
Raw Diet Safety Screen
Microscopy + 5 Pathogen qPCR Panel
✅ Comprehensive parasite and raw food pathogen screening for dogs and cats
This specialist veterinary profile combines:
- ✔️ Comprehensive Faecal Parasitology
- ✔️ Real-Time PCR Detection of Key Raw Food Pathogens
- ✔️ Veterinary Interpretation and Reporting
Designed specifically for raw-fed dogs and cats, this profile screens for major intestinal parasites alongside important bacterial pathogens associated with raw feeding. All results are reviewed and reported by our qualified RCVS-registered veterinary team. Outbound and tracked return postage is included.
✅ What’s Included:
Microscopy – Wet Mounts, Flotation & Sedimentation for all common parasites with a focus on tapeworms, nematodes and protozoa.
Real-Time PCR – Raw Food Pathogens:
✔️ Salmonella
spp.
✔️ Campylobacter jejuni /
Campylobacter coli*
✔️ E. coli
STEC
✔️ MRSA
Outbound & Tracked Return Postage (UK only)
Veterinary Report by Qualified RCVS-Registered Veterinary Surgeon
*Campylobacter targets are reported together ie Campylobacter coli / jejuni detected or not detected.
🧪 Techniques Used:
✔️ Direct Wet Mounts
✔️ Flotation Techniques
✔️ Sedimentation
✔️ Real-Time qPCR (5 targets total)
Learn more about Raw Food Bacteria Risks: Source gov.uk
- ✔️ Salmonella spp.
- ✔️ Campylobacter jejuni
- ✔️ Campylobacter coli
- ✔️ E. coli STEC
- ✔️ MRSA
Ideal for raw-fed pets, routine screening, households with vulnerable individuals, breeders, and owners wishing to monitor potential zoonotic pathogens.
📌 How It Works:
- Checkout and receive your collection kit
- Collect sample (3 day pooled sample recommended; fill at least half full but do not exceed ¾ of the pot)
- Post to us using the tracked label provided
- Receive your personalised veterinary report by email
⏱️ Turnaround Time: Results are usually sent within 1–2 working days of receiving the sample. Please allow up to 7 working days in rare cases.
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