Feline Immunodeficiency Virus

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Diagnosis

Diagnosis of FIV requires an FIV antibody test. ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) is a simple test that can be done in most veterinary laboratories and clinics. The test involves examining the cat's blood for the presence of FIV antibodies. FIV antibodies are unique proteins that the immune system produces in response to FIV infection.



The test result is available within 10 to 20 minutes. Although there are very few false positive results, false positives can occur, ...Read the full article