My Cat Has Diarrhea — Is It Something Serious?
Cat diarrhea can signal anything from a minor dietary upset to a dangerous infection. The Kedi Labs Diarrhea Check for Cats uses advanced PCR technology to screen for the bacterial, viral, and parasitic pathogens most commonly responsible for feline diarrhea — including feline-specific threats that other tests miss.
What's Included
| Test Feature | Category | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Bacterial Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Screens for common bacterial causes of feline diarrhea including Salmonella, Campylobacter, and Clostridium species. |
| Viral Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Tests for feline-specific viral infections including Feline Coronavirus and Panleukopenia. |
| Parasitic Pathogen Detection | PCR Molecular Test | Detects parasites like Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Toxoplasma, and Tritrichomonas. |
| Free FedEx Priority Overnight Shipping | — | Results within 48–72 hours of lab arrival. |
Sample Requirements
Fecal: Collect a grape-sized fecal sample from your cat's litter box using the supplies in your kit.
Pro Tip: Collect the freshest sample possible. If your cat shares a litter box, try to isolate them temporarily to ensure you're testing the right cat's stool.
Frequently Asked Questions
My kitten has had soft stool since adoption — should I test?
Yes. Chronic soft stool in kittens is commonly caused by Tritrichomonas, Giardia, or Coccidia — all detectable by PCR and all treatable.
Could my cat's diarrhea be Feline Coronavirus?
This panel screens for Feline Coronavirus (FeCoV), the precursor virus to FIP. Detection helps you and your vet monitor your cat's health.
Can I collect the sample at home?
Yes. Simply scoop a sample from the litter box and ship with the free prepaid label.
Trusted Results You Can Count On
All samples are processed by Antech Diagnostics (USDA-certified), the global leader in veterinary diagnostics. Results are typically available within 2–3 business days and include a veterinary consultation to help you understand your pet's results.
Ideal For: Cats with diarrhea, soft stool, blood in stool, weight loss, kittens with GI symptoms, and multi-cat households.