Detection test for avian influenza virus antigen in poultry in Kirkuk

Abstract

Rapid avian influenza virus antigen test kit and were used to detect avian influenza antigens by examine 954 samples taken from broilers, layers, house chickens, local poultry markets and poultry slaughters houses in period from January to June 2014 in Kirkuk city. Cloacae feces swab method was used for all samples and results showed that all tested samples were negative for AIV. In conclusion Kirkuk city was free from avian influenza virus till June 2014 and this test is rapid, easy and a reliable field test and can be done frequently.