Duck Hepatitis Virus 3 (DHV-3) Antibody Test
This test detects antibodies against Duck Hepatitis Virus 3 (DHV-3) in blood serum samples. It is primarily used in veterinary medicine to determine whether duck populations have been exposed to the virus, supporting flock health monitoring and helping manage viral infections that affect young ducklings.
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Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 23039-1
- Short code
- DHV3Ab
- Synonyms
- DHV3 Ab Ser Ql
- Category
- cardiac
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST) or plain red top tube
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
- Specimen volume
- 1.0-2.0 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 8 hours; Refrigerated (2-8°C): 72 hours; Frozen (-20°C or below): 30 days
- Hemolysis max
- 50
- Lipemia max
- 40
- Icterus max
- 20
- TAT
- 24–72 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
The Duck Hepatitis Virus 3 Antibody test is a laboratory test that detects the presence of antibodies specifically against Duck Hepatitis Virus 3 (DHV-3) in serum. This test is primarily used in veterinary medicine and poultry health management to determine if ducks have been exposed to or infected with the Duck Hepatitis Virus 3, which is a viral pathogen affecting young ducklings.
How is the test performed?
A blood sample is collected from the duck (or animal being tested) via venipuncture. The blood is then processed in a laboratory to separate the serum (the liquid part of blood without cells). The serum is analyzed using immunoassay techniques to detect the presence of specific antibodies against DHV-3.
What do the results mean?
A positive result indicates that antibodies against Duck Hepatitis Virus 3 were detected in the serum, suggesting that the duck has been exposed to DHV-3 and has mounted an immune response. This could indicate either a current infection or a past infection. A negative result means no antibodies were detected, suggesting the duck has not been exposed to the virus or has not yet developed detectable antibodies.
Reference range
Negative: No detectable antibodies to Duck hepatitis virus 3; Positive: Presence of detectable antibodies to Duck hepatitis virus 3N/A
No special preparation required. Routine venipuncture technique. Inform laboratory of any recent vaccinations or immunosuppressive therapy.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Frequently asked questions
Is this test used for humans?
Why is it categorized under cardiac?
Do I need to fast before this test?
How long does it take to get results?
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