Canine Progesterone
Canine progesterone measurement supports ovulation timing and optimal breeding management.
Fact Table
| Species | Canine |
|---|---|
| Biomarker | Progesterone |
| Method | Fluorescence immunoassay (FICT) |
| Unit | ng/ml or nmol/L |
| Category | Endocrine |
Clinical Context
Canine progesterone measurement supports ovulation timing and optimal breeding management.
Interpretation should always combine the quantitative result with the patient's signalment, history, clinical signs, and any other laboratory findings. A single value is rarely diagnostic on its own; serial measurements often provide more useful information.
Reference Range
Reference ranges vary by species, age and laboratory method — always interpret against the kit IFU and your in-house validation.
Related Test Kits
Related Articles
- Progesterone Testing for Canine Breeding Timing A guide to progesterone testing for canine breeding timing — LH surge, ovulation cut-offs, schedule, and how rate of rise affects litter size.
- Dog Breeding Tests: Progesterone and Relaxin Step by Step The breeder's protocol: test progesterone every 1–2 days, breed at 8–15 ng/mL, then confirm with relaxin around day 28–30.
- Quantitative vs Qualitative Progesterone for Breeding Why quantitative progesterone beats qualitative and semi-quantitative strips for canine breeding — the 5 ng/mL cap and frozen-semen precision.
- Dog and Cat Breeding Management: Progesterone to Ultrasound A guide to breeding management testing in dogs and cats: progesterone timing, relaxin confirmation, and combining hormonal and imaging tools.
Manufacturer documentation + clinical literature cited in related articles
2026-09-12
MEDIUM — reference ranges are method-specific
FAQ
What does the Canine Progesterone test measure?
Migibio's Canine Progesterone test is a quantitative fluorescence immunoassay (FICT) run on the FIA680/FIA880 analyzer. It is intended as an aid in clinical assessment: Canine progesterone measurement supports ovulation timing and optimal breeding management. The exact specimen, sample handling, and reporting units are specified in the kit IFU.
When is progesterone testing most useful?
When clinical signs suggest a hormonal disorder, during breeding planning, or to monitor thyroid or adrenal function over time. Serial quantitative results are usually more informative than a single value. For dogs, use the result with the clinical history, physical examination, and any other laboratory findings.
Why does this Data Hub not publish a universal reference range?
Reference ranges vary by species, age and laboratory method — always interpret against the kit IFU and your in-house validation.