The Indirect Fluorescent Antibody Test for Experimental East Coast Fever (Theileria Parva Infection of Cattle). Evaluation of Dried Blood Samples as a Source of Antibody

Abstract

Eluatesfrom blood collected and dried on filter paper were a reliable alternative to sera for use in the indirect fluorescent antibody test for experimental East Coast fever, since the paiten of antibody response was similar to that detected wi.h serum samples. The collection of blood on filter paper greatly simplified the procedure for the routine serological screening of cattle and it is suggested that this technique may have considerable application in epizootiological studies on East Coast fever.