Reference samples

As part of its mandate as the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH fonded as OIE) global reference laboratory for cowdriosis, the lab in Guadeloupe provides reference samples and associated protocols.

• Ehrlichia ruminantium strains isolated in culture
• Endothelial cells for the multiplication of Ehrlichia ruminantium
• Positive and negative cattle, sheep and goat serums for the organisation of inter-laboratory tests
• Reference DNA of Ehrlichia ruminantium strains

Serological and molecular diagnostics

• MAP1B indirect ELISA
• Nested PCR, qPCR and PCR for typing (protocols available)

Reagents for MAP1B ELISA

• MAP1B antigen
• Positive and negative cattle, sheep and goat serums

The unit not only advises and provides expertise for the implementation of these diagnostic methods but also for any other concerns about this disease.