KHV diagnostic PCR test
KHV diagnostic PCR test
This polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test is performed on tissue samples from clinically affected fish, or fish showing signs of koi herpesvirus (KHV).
Once we have received your fish samples the results will be ready within 10 days. Samples submitted can either be live fish, whole dead fish or appropriate tissue samples. In the event of a disease outbreak results may take longer than 10 working days. You will be informed of any likely delays when you book.
The fish have to be killed for the test.
What does the test tell me?
If your carp test negative, then this indicates that the individual fish tested are not infected with KHV and are clear of the virus.
If your carp test positive, this indicates those individual fish tested are infected with KHV.