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The Complete Guide to the Titer Test for Cats and Dogs

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The Complete Guide to the Titer Test for Cats and Dogs

A titer test (spelt “titre” in the UK) is a diagnostic lab test. It measures the level of antibodies circulating in the blood. These antibodies are produced when antigens (like a virus or bacteria) produce a response from the immune system.

the Titer Test for Cats and Dogs

It’s a simple procedure where a small sample of blood is drawn from the animal. The sample is diluted, and the antibodies are measured. The titer level is expressed as a ratio – revealing how many times the blood can be diluted before no antibodies are detected.

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