IDEXX 4Dx Plus SNAP Test Kits User Guide

SNAP® Test Quick Reference Guide 4Dx Plus SNAP Test Kits
User Guide

4Dx Plus SNAP Test Kits

Key

| Supported species.
---|---
|  Read time in minutes.
| Store at room temperature or in refrigerator.
| Store in refrigerator.

ALL components MUST be at room temperature before the test is run.

SNAP test kits at a glance

Test name †| Supported sample types| Storage*
Refrigerated = 2°C–8°C
Room temperature = 2°C–25°C| Sample size25| Drops of
solution| Read  time
(minutes)
---|---|---|---|---|---
Fecal| Anticoagulated
whole blood| Plasma| Serum|
SNAP ®  4Dx®
Plus Test| | | | |  Refrigerated until expiration, or room temperature for 6 months| 3 drops| 4| 8
SNAP® Heartworm
RT Test| | | | | Room temperature until expiration| 3 drops| 4| 8
SNAP®  Feline Triple ®  Test| | | | | Refrigerated until expiration Room temperature until expiration| 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  FIV/FeLV
Combo Test| | | | | 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  cPL™ Test| | | | | 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  fPL™ Test| | | | | 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  Parvo Test| | | | | Coat entire swab tip with a thin layer of fecal material.| 5| 8
SNAP®  Giardia Test| | | | | Refrigerated until expiration| Coat entire swab tip with a thin layer of fecal material.| 5| 8
SNAP®  Feline
proBNP Test| | | | | 3 drops| 5| 10
SNAP®  Lepto Test| | | | | 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  FeLV
Antigen Test| | | | | 3 drops| 4| 10
SNAP®  Foal IgG Test| | | | | 1 drop| Entire bottle,
or until well
is full| 7

*Refer to package insert for complete storage requirements.
†Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

SNAP Pro® Analyzer

IMPORTANT: Prepare the SNAP test, but do not activate the test.*
When prompted by the SNAP Pro, gently slide the SNAP test into the port at the bottom of the analyzer (well end first) until it clicks into position. When analysis is complete, results are shown on the results screen and are saved on the analyzer automatically. The color of the status light indicates the results of the run: Solid green
All results are negative.
Flashing blue
At least one result is positive.
Flashing yellow
Visual confirmation needed.
(See operator’s guide for more information).
Interpreting SNAP Pro icons

signal)
| Lost Wi-Fi communication
| Connected and communicating with the  IDEXX VetLab®  Station via a wired connection (red icon indicates the analyzer is off-line)
| Lost Ethernet connection
| Battery charging
| Software upgrade is available(SmartService ®  Solutions customers only)
| Warning notification (gray icon indicates the warning has been viewed and is unresolved)
| Error notification (gray icon indicates the error has been viewed and is unresolved)
| Lost communication with IDEXX VetLab Station

*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
For more information or to order this product, visit idexx.com/prohelp.

SNAP® 4Dx® Plus Test

Screen dogs annually for six vector-borne disease causing pathogens. Can be stored at room temperature for 6 months.*
Test procedure †

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP 4Dx Plus device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 8 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snap4dxplus.
*Tests expire after 6 months at room temperature. If not stored at room temperature, tests can be refrigerated until expiration date. Refer to package insert for complete storage requirements.
†Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
§Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin).

SNAP® Heartworm RT Test

Screen annually for heartworm. Test procedure*![IDEXX 4Dx Plus SNAP Test Kits

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  1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

  2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

  3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP Heartworm RT device.

  4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
     OR
     When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

  5. Read the result at 8 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/heartworm.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin)c

SNAP® Feline Triple® Test

Test all new-to-household, sick, and at-risk cats, as well as cats with respiratory or vomiting symptoms, for feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), feline leukemia virus (FeLV), and feline heartworm. Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP Feline Triple device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapfelinetriple.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin)

SNAP® FIV/FeLV Combo Test

Test all new-to-household, at-risk, and symptomatic cats for feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV). Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP FIV/FeLV Combo device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapcombo.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin)

SNAP® cPL™ Test

Test dogs that present with vomiting, anorexia, and/or abdominal pain. Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP cPL device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapcpl.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

SNAP® fPL™ Test

Test cats that present with lethargy, decreased appetite, dehydration, weight loss, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP fPL device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapfpl.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

SNAP ® Parvo Test

Test dogs that present with sudden onset of lethargy, vomiting, fever, and diarrhea. Test procedure †

1. Swab sample‡ and place swab tip into tube. Bend bulb to break seal and release conjugate.

2. Squeeze and release bulb 3 times to mix sample and conjugate.

3. Squeeze bulb to dispense 5 drops into the sample well of a SNAP Parvo device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro ® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 8 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/parvo.
*Refer to package insert for complete storage requirements.
†Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
‡The collection swab is not intended to be used rectally.

SNAP® Giardia Test

Test dogs and cats that present with diarrhea. Test procedure*

1. Swab sample † and place swab tip into tube. Bend bulb to break seal and release conjugate.

2. Squeeze and release bulb 3 times to mix sample and conjugate.

3. Squeeze bulb to dispense 5 drops into the sample well of a SNAP Giardia device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro ® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 8 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/giardia.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†The collection swab is not intended to be used rectally.

SNAP® Feline proBNP Test

Test cats at risk for cardiac disease (murmur, arrhythmia, respiratory signs, prior to anesthesia, breed, history, age). Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 5 drops of green conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP Feline proBNP device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapprobnp.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

SNAP® Lepto Test

Test dogs when leptospirosis is suspected. Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP Lepto device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snaplepto.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

SNAP® FeLV Antigen Test

Test cats for feline leukemia virus (FeLV). Test procedure*

1. Using the provided pipette, dispense 3 drops of sample and 4 drops of conjugate to the sample tube.

2. Gently invert 3–5 times to mix.

3. Pour the entire contents of the sample tube into the sample well of a SNAP FeLV Antigen device.

4. Use the SNAP Pro ® Analyzer to automatically activate the SNAP test and interpret the result.
   OR
   When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate. You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 10 minutes.

For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/snapfelv.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin)

SNAP® Foal IgG Test

Test foals for immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels. Test procedure*

1. Dilute sample. †  Mix thoroughly and dispose of the first 5–10 drops from the bottle.

2. Apply 1 drop of sample over sample spot.

3. Pour the entire bottle of conjugate into the sample well.

4. When color first appears in the activation circle, press firmly to activate.
   You will hear a distinct “snap.”

5. Read the result at 7 minutes.

≤400 mg/dL IgG
Color intensity of sample spot is lighter than or equal to the 400 mg/dL calibrator spot. 400–800 mg/dL IgG
Color intensity of sample spot is darker than the 400 mg/dL calibrator spot but lighter than or equal to the 800 mg/dL calibrator spot. > 800 mg/dL IgG
Color intensity of sample spot is darker than the 800 mg/dL spot.
For more information or to order this test, visit idexx.com/foal.
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
†Anticoagulated whole blood (e.g., EDTA, heparin), serum, or plasma sample.

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References

• SNAP Foal IgG Test - IDEXX US
• SNAP Giardia Test | IDEXX Veterinary Diagnostics - IDEXX US
• SNAP Heartworm RT Test | IDEXX Veterinary Diagnostics - IDEXX US
• SNAP Parvo Test | IDEXX Veterinary Diagnostics - IDEXX US
• SNAP Pro Analyzer Support and Resources - IDEXX US
• Order SNAP 4Dx Plus Test - IDEXX US
• SNAP FIV/FeLV Combo Test | IDEXX Veterinary Diagnostics - IDEXX US
• SNAP cPL Test for Canine Pancreatitis (canine pancreas-specific lipase) - IDEXX US
• SNAP Feline Triple Test: FIV, FeLV, Heartworm - IDEXX US
• SNAP FeLV Antigen Test Product Insert and Resources - IDEXX US
• SNAP fPL Test (feline pancreas-specific lipase) | IDEXX Veterinary Diagnostics - IDEXX US
• The SNAP Lepto Test for Canine Leptospirosis from IDEXX - IDEXX US
• SNAP Feline proBNP Test for Heart Health - IDEXX US

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