Question about felv/fiv testing

[AbbyMom]

Michelle

I had two kittens test positive for FeLV. Subsequently, I learned a lot.

Here is an authoritative source:
http://www.aafponline.org/resources/...Guidelines.pdf


Here's some of the important things I learned:

A snap test (also known as a combo test) can have false positives. A negative is reliably accurate, not a positive. There are additional tests you can have done (the IFA test). The American Association of Feline Practitioners recommends confirming a positive Snap test result with the IFA test. If it's negative, then retest 60 days later.

The problem with testing kittens or cats is this:

If they were outside, they could have been recently infected, but it will not show up on the test. If they are going to develop it, it will take a while. It's like being exposed to the flu...you don't get sick immediately.

Wishing you and your kitties the best.
Pat