NOT ALL SEROLOGICAL TESTS ARE EQUAL
We understand that as Veterinary Professionals, you base your decisions on evidence. We pride ourselves on producing evidence-based allergy tests, from a UK laboratory with a strong reputation and a proven track record of peer-reviewed publications (listed below).
PAX: Advancing Allergy Research
Our commitment to research and innovation has never been stronger, especially with the introduction of the cutting-edge PAX (Pet Allergy Xplorer) test. At NextmuneUK Laboratories, we’re proud to be part of the global Nextmune group, which has propelled us into a new era of allergen-specific serology.
Our dedicated in-house team of development scientists are highly regarded in the field of dermatology and work alongside world leading dermatologists to develop, manufacture and run our own tests, allowing us end to end control. We are proud of our SENSITEST® portfolio and the research which supports its tests.1-9
PAX: Unveiling the Future
We’ve transitioned to the PAX test, a ground-breaking molecular serum IgE-specific test for pets. Developed in collaboration with Macro Array Diagnostics (MADX), this state-of-the-art test leverages allergen extracts and molecular components to provide highly precise and sensitive results for allergen identification.
For more information about MADX and the technology behind PAX, please visit MADX’s website. To explore Nextmune’s global initiatives in animal allergy research and access comprehensive resources, visit the Nextmune global website.
Our dedication to improving the lives of pets through advanced research remains unwavering. Join us on this journey towards a future where allergies are better understood, diagnosed, and managed, thanks to the innovation and dedication of the Nextmune global research team.
Making a difference in practice is at the core of our values. Having qualified Vets and Vet Nurses in our team, as well as regular communication with Veterinary Professionals, allows us to analyse and review what is clinically relevant at any given time.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
- Bethlehem S, Bexley J, Mueller RS. Patch testing and allergen-specific serum IgE and IgG antibodies in the diagnosis of canine adverse food reactions. Vet Immunol Immunopathol. 2012 Feb 15;145(3-4):582-9.
- Bexley J, Hogg JE, Hammerberg B, Halliwell RE. Levels of house dust mite-specific serum immunoglobulin E (IgE) in different cat populations using a monoclonal based anti-IgE enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Vet Dermatol. 2009 Oct;20(5-6):562-8.
- Bexley J, Kingswell N, Olivry T. Serum IgE cross-reactivity between fish and chicken meats in dogs. Vet Dermatol. 2018 Oct 30.
- Bexley J, Nuttall TJ, Hammerberg B, Fitzgerald JR, Halliwell RE. Serum anti-Staphylococcus pseudintermedius IgE and IgG antibodies in dogs with atopic dermatitis and nonatopic dogs. Vet Dermatol. 2013 Feb;24(1):19-24.e5-6.
- Bexley J, Nuttall TJ, Hammerberg B, Halliwell RE. Co-sensitization and cross-reactivity between related and unrelated food allergens in dogs – a serological study.Vet Dermatol. 2017 Feb;28(1):31-e7.
- Forsyth, J., Halliwell, R.E. & Harrand, R. (2019). Co-reactivity between related and unrelated environmental allergens in equine allergen-specific IgE serology testing in the UK. Vet. Dermatol.; DOI: 10.1111/vde.12786.
- Olivry T, Bexley J, Mougeot I. Extensive protein hydrolyzation is indispensable to prevent IgE-mediated poultry allergen recognition in dogs and cats. BMC Vet Res. 2017 Aug 17;13(1):251.
- Olivry T, Bexley J. Cornstarch is less allergenic than corn flour in dogs and cats previously sensitized to corn. BMC Vet Res. 2018 Jun 27;14(1):207.
- Zimmer A, Bexley J, Halliwell RE, Mueller RS. Food allergen-specific serum IgG and IgE before and after elimination diets in allergic dogs.Vet Immunol Immunopathol. 2011 Dec 15;144(3-4):442-7.
- Olivry T, Pucheu-Haston C, Mayer U, Bergvall K. & Bexley J. Identification of major and minor chicken allergens in dogs. Vet Dermatol. 2022 Jan;33:46-e16