{"product_id":"pcr-test-mareks-disease-virus-poultry","title":"Marek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test for Chickens","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"15359vf\" data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eMarek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test for Chickens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eMarek’s Disease Virus (MDV) PCR Test\u003c\/strong\u003e is a laboratory PCR screening test designed to detect Marek’s disease virus in poultry. This assay is performed by PVS Labs using freshly plucked feather samples and is commonly used as part of Marek’s disease investigation and flock health assessment programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTesting is performed through PVS Labs. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eResults are reviewed and interpreted by our avian veterinarian to help support accurate diagnosis and informed flock management decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eMarek’s disease is a highly contagious viral disease of chickens caused by a herpesvirus that may affect the nervous system, immune system, skin, eyes, and internal organs. Clinical signs can vary depending on disease form and may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4oxnbl\" data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eProgressive paralysis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15yvlk8\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eWeakness or lameness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x8a2yz\" data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eWeight loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rn8bp9\" data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eReduced growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3addvd\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eSudden death\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lxuzdr\" data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eTumour development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ucixac\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eUneven pupils or vision changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x0oaft\" data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eReduced flock performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2923\" data-start=\"2786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2816\" data-start=\"2786\"\u003eThis is a digital product.\u003c\/strong\u003e After purchase, you will receive instructions outlining how to collect and submit your sample for testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3067\" data-start=\"2925\"\u003eIf you do not automatically receive your instructions and FEC submission form after purchase, please contact us at \u003cstrong data-end=\"3066\" data-start=\"3040\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-end=\"3064\" data-start=\"3042\"\u003einfo@avianempire.co.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3193\" data-start=\"3069\"\u003eTesting results should always be interpreted alongside clinical signs, husbandry, and veterinary guidance where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"5zke1e\" data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2611\"\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003eNeurological signs, unexplained paralysis, weight loss, reduced flock performance, and sudden deaths can sometimes be associated with significant infectious disease events within poultry systems. Early testing, strong quarantine procedures, and good biosecurity practices can play important roles in long-term flock management. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCheck out our helpfull Marek's resource below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3219\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0ejwk\" data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/pages\/mareks-disease?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=mareks\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eInformation on Marek’s Disease In Poultry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PVS Labs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46038389522619,"sku":"063","price":52.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/6859\/9332\/files\/Marek_s_Disease_Virus_PCR_Test_for_Poultry.jpg?v=1779163720","url":"https:\/\/www.avianempire.co.nz\/products\/pcr-test-mareks-disease-virus-poultry","provider":"Avian Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}