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Portable assay could deliver faster PEDv detection
Posted in: Pork Insight Articles, Production by admin on August 11, 2016
Author: Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency
Reference: Western Hog Journal Spring 2016
A research team has developed a pen-side assay for testing fecal swabs, truck washer and environmental samples for PEDv. This fast, easy and accurate test can allow for better detection of the disease and can allow appropriate biosecurity measures to be taken. The test takes approximately an hour and is cheaper than sending a sample to a lab. The research team is also looking into assays for porcine deltacoronavirus and transmissible gastroenteritis virus.