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Molecular diagnostic assays for infectious diseases in cats.

Journal:
The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
Year:
2010
Authors:
Veir, Julia K & Lappin, Michael R
Affiliation:
Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
Species:
cat

Abstract

With the advent of more accessible polymerase chain reaction panels, the use of molecular techniques for the detection of infectious organisms has become more routine in veterinary medicine. The use of molecular diagnostics is best reserved for the detection of organisms that are difficult to detect or identify expediently. In this article, the fundamentals of molecular techniques are reviewed along with an examination of specific feline infectious diseases in which diagnosis via molecular techniques is advantageous.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20933144/