Lepto Test for Dogs – Canine Leptospirosis Antigen Rapid At-Home Testing Kit

This test requires a dog’s serum, plasma, or whole blood sample.
You will need 2 drops of the specimen.

Each kit contains:

• Test cassette
• 2 Disposable droppers
• Buffer liquid tube
• Centrifuge tube
• Instruction leaflet

You will need syringes to collect the blood. The test kit does NOT include blood collection equipment.

The test can be performed with or without a centrifuge:

• If using whole blood, you will only need a syringe.
• If using serum or plasma, you will need a syringe and a centrifuge.

1. Read the instructions carefully before starting the test.
2. Collect a blood sample from your dog (syringes are NOT included). You can use whole blood directly as a sample. Alternatively, you can centrifuge whole blood to obtain plasma or place it in a tube with anticoagulants to obtain serum. Once the sample is ready, the Lepto test takes just 10–15 minutes to complete.
3. Prepare the test: Remove the test cassette from the foil pouch and place it on a flat surface.
4. Mix the sample: Use the enclosed narrow-tip 10-μL dropper to add 2 drops of the specimen (serum, plasma, or whole blood) into the buffer liquid tube.
   Close the tube and shake well to mix.
5. Apply the sample to the test cassette: Open the tube and use the enclosed wide-tip 40-μL dropper to place 3 drops into the S (sample) window on the cassette.
6. Wait 5–10 minutes and read the results.

The test is valid for 10 months or longer from the date of purchase.

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that affects dogs, humans, and other animals. It thrives in warm, rainy climates and is most common in the Midwest, East, and Southwest U.S. The Leptospira bacteria target blood vessel cells, interfering with clotting and damaging organs like the liver and kidneys.

How Leptospirosis Spreads

Leptospirosis spreads primarily through urine, often from infected wild rodents. In some cases, dogs can carry and shed the bacteria without showing any symptoms. Additionally, Leptospira can survive for weeks or even months in contaminated soil and water, increasing the risk of exposure.

Symptoms of Leptospirosis

The severity of symptoms varies, ranging from mild to life-threatening. Common signs include:

• Fever and loss of appetite
• Vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration
• Increased thirst and urination
• Weakness, stiffness, and muscle pain
• Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or gums)
• Small skin hemorrhages (petechiae)
• Eye inflammation (uveitis)
• Breathing difficulties in severe cases due to lung bleeding

Can Humans Get Leptospirosis?

Although rare, humans can contract leptospirosis through contact with infected urine. Early detection and preventive measures are key to protecting both pets and people.