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SNAP Test Quick Reference Guide
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10
SNAP
®
fPL
™
Test
Test procedure
*
8°C
2°C
Test cats that present with lethargy, decreased appetite, dehydration,
weight loss, vomiting, and/or diarrhea.
1. Using the provided
pipette, dispense
3 drops of sample
and
4 drops of
conjugate
to the
sample tube.
2. Gently
invert 3–5
times
to mix.
3. Pour the entire
contents of the
sample tube into
the sample well
of a SNAP fPL
device.
5. Read the result at
10 minutes
.
Activation
circle
4. Use the SNAP Pro
®
Analyzer
to automatically activate the
SNAP test and interpret the
result.
OR
When color
first
appears in
the activation circle, press
firmly to activate. You will
hear a distinct “snap.”
10
min
*Before beginning any test, refer to the package insert for complete instructions.
For more information or to order this test, visit
idexx.com/snapfpl
.
Normal
Sample spot is lighter than reference spot.
Reference
Pancreas-specific
lipase
Abnormal
Sample spot is the same color or
darker than reference spot.
Serum
sample
