PINEHURST, N.C., June 11, 2015 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Assisi Animal Health is the developer of the Assisi LoopTM, a non-pharmaceutical and anti-inflammatory device (NPAID). The Loop is a PEMF therapy for canine pets that can help cure chronic wounds and treat a range of health conditions including Wobblers, IVDD and lumbar stenosis.
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In response to the recent outbreak of H3N2 canine influenza across the United States, IDEXX Laboratories Inc. developed a test to help diagnose it. Assisi Animal Health discusses this development.
The H3N2 Influenza Virus RealPCR Test enables accurate, quick and specific diagnosis for the new strain of canine flu sickening dogs throughout the United States. It may slow further spreading, according to an IDEXX announcement on May 7. The company created, tested and made available a new test that detects the H3N2 strain of canine influenza.
The H3N2 strain has an avian origin and has been in Asia since 2006. The recent widespread outbreak in Chicago and the surrounding areas began in early January.
Experts believe a dog carrying the virus arrived in Chicago from Asia, and it has infected thousands of dogs. The strain is highly contagious, and IDEXX recently confirmed cases in Indiana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, New York, Texas, California and Alabama.
As soon as experts identified the H3N2 strain in the United States, IDEXX began researching the virus and developing a diagnostic test. In less than a month, the company created and validated the H3N2 Influenza Virus RealPCR Test, which allows reliable and fast testing for the specific strain causing the outbreak.
The H3N2 Influenza Virus RealPCR Test is included in the existing IDEXX Comprehensive Canine Respiratory Disease RealPCR panels, and this has no extra cost. The company made the test available for stand-alone diagnostics.
The H3N2 strain causes similar symptoms as other strains of canine influenza. Owners should be alert to coughing, lack of appetite, runny nose, fever, interstitial pneumonia and weight loss. Although rare, the virus can cause fatalities. Some canines are asymptomatic, and the virus can also affect felines.
Assisi Animal Health's clinical solutions complete the Circle of CareTM the collaboration of veterinarians and owners in animal health and healing. Our company helps veterinary professionals and owners improve the quality of life for companion animals using the Assisi Loop, the non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical healing device that is based on the same FDA-cleared technology used on humans. The device uses low-level pulses of electromagnetic energy to reduce pain and swelling, and to enhance recovery.
The Assisi Loop. Proven Science. Positive Results.TM
For more information, visit our website: www.assisianimalhealth.com.
Media Contact:Kaysie Dannemiller, Assisi Animal Health, 1-866-830-7342, kaysie.dannemiller@assisianimalhealth.com
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