Alvedia canine DEA 1 blood typing products for veterinary clinics. Available in two formats: QuickTest for individual use and LabTest for clinics requiring a 20-test bulk-packaging format.
Clinical context
Determining a patient's blood type is an important part of veterinary transfusion medicine. Blood typing helps veterinary teams identify the blood type of donors and recipients and supports informed transfusion planning.
In dogs, determination of the DEA 1 antigen is strongly recommended before blood transfusion. This helps reduce the risk associated with incompatibility between DEA 1 positive and DEA 1 negative blood.
Blood typing and crossmatching provide different information and may both form part of transfusion compatibility assessment.
Product benefits
Alvedia canine blood typing products are designed for veterinary clinical use, with formats to suit individual test needs and higher-volume workflows.
QuickTest delivers a clear DEA 1 result in 2 minutes — all material included in each individually packaged test.
Both QuickTest and LabTest require no centrifuge or specialist laboratory equipment — suitable for in-clinic use.
High specificity with easy interpretation. Results are archivable for patient records.
Both formats accept whole blood or EDTA anticoagulated samples, minimising pre-analytical steps.
Alvedia products are developed specifically for veterinary clinical environments.
Held in Australia for fast, dependable dispatch to veterinary practices across the country.
Product formats
Alvedia canine DEA 1 blood typing is available in two formats. Select the option that best supports your clinic's blood typing pathway.
Individual format — QT-BT-C — 1 test
One individually packaged canine DEA 1 blood typing test. All material is included in each pack.
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20-test format — LT-BT-C — 20 tests / box
The bulk-packaging version of the blood typing test. Uses the same technology as QuickTest while providing 20 tests in one box that can be used individually — suitable for clinics using tests more frequently.
LabTest product image
Not sure which format is right for your clinic? Contact our team — we can help you confirm the most suitable option for your blood typing pathway and patient volume.
Technology
QuickTest and LabTest use the same underlying technology. LabTest is the bulk-packaging version of the same test.
The system is based on the migration of red blood cells on a membrane. Monoclonal antibodies specific to the DEA 1 antigen are incorporated on the membrane and retain red blood cells carrying the DEA 1 antigen.
A positive canine result is characterised by a red line in front of DEA 1. The control line (C) must be positive, confirming that the test has run successfully.
Result interpretation
Most samples produce clear, unambiguous results. Some clinical situations may require additional consideration when interpreting blood typing results.
A red line in front of DEA 1 is visible on the membrane. The control line (C) is also positive, confirming the test has run successfully.
No red line in front of DEA 1. The control line (C) must still be positive, confirming the test has run successfully.
The following sample types may require additional consideration. Always refer to the current package insert for guidance.
Very low PCV can produce a doubtful blood typing result. Alvedia provides a specific troubleshooting procedure for low-PCV samples.
Strong auto-agglutination may affect blood typing results. Alvedia provides a troubleshooting procedure involving washed red blood cells where appropriate.
Haemolysed samples can produce doubtful results. Refer to the Alvedia troubleshooting procedure for guidance on sample preparation and repeat testing.
If blood type was not determined before transfusion, donor red blood cells may influence the blood typing result. Refer to the Alvedia troubleshooting guidance for interpretation following transfusion.
Need help with an unclear result?
View the Canine Blood Typing Troubleshooting Guide or contact Australian Animal Blood Bank for technical support.
Resources
Product instructions, user guides and procedure videos are available to support correct use of Alvedia blood typing products. Contact Australian Animal Blood Bank if you require product documentation or assistance.
Pricing and ordering
Contact our team for current pricing, product availability, ordering support and to confirm the right format for your clinic's blood typing pathway.