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How to use the SNAP® Giardia Test

1.	Pull off the tube that covers the conjugate/swab device and coat the entire swab tip with a thin layer of fecal material. Replace the tube over the swab.

2.	Break the plastic valve stem inside the reagent bulb by bending the assembly back-and-forth at the neck. Holding the device swab-tip-down, squeeze and release the bulb three times to pass the conjugate solution in the bulb to the swab tip.

3.	Place the SNAP device on a horizontal surface. Remove the tube from the conjugate/swab device. Using the swab/bulb as a pipette, dispense 5 drops of the sample/conjugate solution into the sample well of the SNAP device, being careful not to splash the contents outside of the sample well. The sample will flow across the result window,reaching the activation circle in approximately 30–60 seconds. Some sample may remain in the sample well. When the sample FIRST appears in activation circle, push the activator button firmly until it is flush with the device body.

NOTE: Some samples may not flow to the activation circle within 60 seconds and, therefore, the circle may not turn color. In this case, press the activator button after the sample has flowed across the result window.

4.	Wait 8 minutes, then read the test result. NOTE: The positive control spot color may develop sooner, but test results are not complete until 8 minutes.

Positive and negative result examples:

positvie and negative examples

Please refer to the package insert for complete instructions.

View the complete SNAP Giardia Test package insert. (756 KB)

1.	Groat R. Survey of clinic practices and testing for diagnosis of Giardia infections in dogs and cats. Presented at: 2003 ACVIM Forum; June 4–8; Charlotte, NC.

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