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Diarrhea Check for Dogs (PCR) - At-Home Dog Lab Test | Kedi Labs
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My Dog Has Diarrhea — What's Causing It?
Dog diarrhea has dozens of possible causes — from common parasites to serious viral infections. The Kedi Labs Diarrhea Check for Dogs uses advanced PCR technology to screen for bacterial, viral, and parasitic pathogens associated with canine diarrhea, giving you and your veterinarian useful laboratory information.
From symptoms to answers
1. Start with the symptom: This panel is designed for dogs with persistent or unexplained diarrhea, blood or mucus in stool, or GI symptoms where broader infectious testing may help.
2. Collect at home: Use the included supplies to collect a small, fresh stool sample.
3. Send it to Kedi: Ship the sample using the included prepaid FedEx Priority Overnight label.
4. Veterinary lab testing: PCR screens for multiple bacterial, viral, and parasitic causes of canine diarrhea.
5. Get clear results: Your laboratory report shows which tested pathogens were detected or not detected.
6. Know what comes next: Share the report with your veterinarian to help guide diagnosis and appropriate care.
Important: Severe or rapidly worsening diarrhea, repeated vomiting, marked lethargy, dehydration, significant bleeding, or suspected Parvovirus—especially in a puppy or unvaccinated dog—requires prompt veterinary care rather than waiting for a mail-in result.
What's Included
| Test Feature | Category | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Bacterial Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Screens for common bacterial causes of canine diarrhea including Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Clostridium species. |
| Viral Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Tests for viral infections including Parvovirus and Coronavirus. |
| Parasitic Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Detects parasites like Giardia and Cryptosporidium that can be associated with persistent diarrhea. |
| Free FedEx Priority Overnight Shipping | — | Fast delivery of your sample to the laboratory. |
Sample Requirements
Fecal: Collect a grape-sized fecal sample using the supplies in your kit.
Pro Tip: Collect the freshest sample possible and follow the collection and shipping instructions included with your kit.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I test my dog's diarrhea?
Testing may be useful for persistent or unexplained diarrhea or when your veterinarian wants to investigate infectious causes. Dogs with severe symptoms should be evaluated promptly rather than waiting for a mail-in result.
Could my dog's diarrhea be Parvo?
This panel includes Parvovirus testing, but suspected Parvovirus can be an emergency. A puppy or unvaccinated dog with severe or bloody diarrhea, vomiting, or lethargy should receive prompt veterinary evaluation.
Can I collect the sample at home?
Yes. The kit includes supplies for at-home collection and prepaid shipping to the laboratory.
Trusted Results You Can Count On
Samples are processed by Antech Diagnostics. Turnaround can vary by panel and laboratory processing; follow the timing provided with your kit and results portal for the most current estimate.
Ideal For: Dogs with persistent or unexplained diarrhea, blood or mucus in stool, GI symptoms after boarding or shelter exposure, and dogs for whom infectious causes are being investigated.
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Diarrhea Check for Dogs (PCR) - At-Home Dog Lab Test | Kedi Labs
