Toxoplasma Gondii (Toxoplasmosis) Antigen Rapid Test (1 pc/box)

Toxoplasma Gondii (Toxoplasmosis) Antigen Rapid Test

Toxoplasmosis is caused by a single-celled parasite called Toxoplasma Gondii. Mammals and birds serve as intermediate hosts, while the definitive host is the cat. Toxoplasma gondii can only reproduce in the small intestine of cats, and infected cats excrete oocysts in their feces. These oocysts enter the soil, where intermediate hosts (such as pigs, cattle, mice, or birds) ingest them through contaminated food, continuing the cycle.

The disease transmitted by this parasite is a zoonosis, meaning it can spread from animals to humans — so humans can also become infected with Toxoplasma gondii. Infection may occur through direct contact with oocysts in soil during gardening or by consuming raw or undercooked meat, such as steak tartare, ham, or Mettwurst (a type of raw German sausage).

Cat owners may become infected through contact with cat feces. In healthy adults, infection is usually asymptomatic, but in people with weakened immune systems, it may cause coordination problems and seizures. If a pregnant woman becomes infected, symptoms rarely appear, but the infection can affect the unborn baby. The earlier the infection occurs during pregnancy, the more severe the symptoms may be, ranging from hydrocephalus to miscarriage. Therefore, expectant parents try to avoid toxoplasmosis infection at all costs!

Symptoms of Toxoplasma gondii in dogs and cats:

Cats (main carriers, often asymptomatic):

• Fever, lethargy

• Respiratory symptoms (sneezing, nasal discharge)

• Loss of appetite, weight loss

• Diarrhea or vomiting (rare)

• Nervous system symptoms (tremors, paralysis in severe cases)

Most cats are asymptomatic carriers. Since the infection spreads via feces, cat litter should be cleaned regularly.

Dogs (rarer but can be more severe):

• Fever, weakness

• Muscle tremors, coordination disorders

• Breathing difficulties

• Diarrhea, vomiting

• Eye inflammation, vision problems

Mostly dangerous for dogs with weakened immune systems or young dogs.

Dangerous for humans, especially pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals!

The rapid test detects Toxoplasma Gondii antigen in stool samples from dogs and cats.

Toxoplasma Gondii Antigen Rapid Test Specification

Product name: Toxoplasma Gondii Antigen Rapid Test (1 pc/box)

For: Dogs and cats

Sample type: Feces

Packaging: 1 test/box

Format: Cassette

Manufacturer: BT Pet Medical (Nanjing) Co., LTD, Room 303, Building F7, No.9 Kechuang Avenue, Zhi Neng Zhi Zao Industrial Park (Zhihe Park), Jiangbei New Area, Nanjing City, China, 025-83108036

EC REP: Umedwings Netherlands B.V. Treubstraat 1, 2288EG, Rijswijk, Netherlands, +31(0) 642758955, service@umedwings.com

Expiration date: 2026.01.29.

Contents of the Toxoplasma Gondii Antigen Rapid Test Kit

• 1 test cassette

• 1 sterile sampling swab

• 1 sampling tube with buffer solution

• 1 English instruction manual
  

Testing Procedure

Before performing the test, carefully read the instructions! Allow the test and unopened reagent to reach room temperature (15-30°C) before testing.

1. Collect a fresh stool sample using the sampling swab, then open the sampling tube. Insert the swab into the tube containing reagent liquid and rotate it for at least 10 seconds.

2. While doing this, press the swab tip against the tube wall at least five times to thoroughly mix the sample. Remove the swab and close the tube.

3. Place the rapid test on a flat surface. Add 3 drops of diluted sample into the sample well of the test cassette.

4. Wait for the colored lines to appear. Read the result after 10 minutes. Results read after 30 minutes are invalid.

Instructions