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New rapid test for difficult-to-diagnose rabbit parasite
E.cuniculi is a microscopic parasite of the nervous system and kidneys that commonly affects rabbits.,
Horiba's POCKIT Central analyser can detect E.cuniculi in 85 minutes.

Horiba UK has launched a new rapid PCR test for domestic rabbits to detect E.cuniculi - a microsporidian parasite that is notoriously difficult to diagnose.

In a press release, the diagnostics firm said its new POCKIT Central analyser can deliver fast and accurate results within 85 minutes and supports better patient management by enabling faster treatment. 

E.cuniculi is a microscopic parasite of the nervous system and kidneys that commonly affects rabbits. Animals infected with the parasite may have paralysis, seizures, head tilt, renal insufficiency and ocular disorders. 

The new system promises to be user-friendly and can automate the PCR testing process for up to eight pathogens in a single run. 

HORIBA veterinary business manager Paul Lymer said: “We are pleased to offer the capability of PCR testing to all practitioners, with a simple process that does not require a separate area, specialist staff or facilities. With the continued addition of rapid assays such as E. cuniculi to its wide range of tests, POCKIT Central’s ‘sample in, result out’ technology enables veterinary teams to work more efficiently and enhance patient care.”

Further information is available at horiba.com

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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RCVS pays tribute to well-loved equine vet

The RCVS and the Riding Establishments Subcommittee has paid tribute to well-loved veterinary surgeon and riding establishment inspector, Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS.

Linda Belton MRCVS, RCVS President, said: "I, along with my colleagues on the RESC, RCVS Council, RCVS Standards Committee, as well as RCVS staff, was very saddened to hear of the sudden death of Rebecca, or Becca as we knew her, last week.

"She was a true advocate for equine welfare and in her many years on the RESC worked to continually improve the quality and consistency of riding establishment inspections, all in the interests of enhanced horse welfare and rider safety."