Skin and Itch Test

Pezz Skin and Itch Test

The Pezz Skin and Itch Test allows you to quickly and reliably identify the causes of skin problems in your dog or cat. Through a microscopic examination (cytology) of the skin’s surface, the most common triggers—such as mites, bacteria, or yeast—are detected—all from the comfort of your own home.

When should you test?

• Irritated skin or skin folds
• Scratching, itching
• Strong-smelling skin or paws
• Chewing or licking at the paws
• Skin discharge
• Hot spots
• Dandruff on the skin
• Thinning or loss of hair

What is being tested?

• Epithelial cells (skin)
• Skin mites
• Mite eggs
• Bacteria
• Yeast
• White and red blood cells

Here’s how the test works:

1. Activate the test kit online at www.pezz.life/start and receive a return label.
2. Take swabs from your pet’s skin surface.
3. Affix the free return label and follow the shipping instructions.
4. You’ll receive your lab results and recommended actions within 24–48 hours of sample receipt.
5. You can view and download the status of your test and the results in the Pezz Help Center at https://help.pezz.life/de under “Everything About Your Lab Test.”

What’s included in the test kit?

• Two swabs (for use on both ears or affected skin areas)
• Saline solution for moistening the swabs
• Results and laboratory guidelines via email within 24–48 hours after receipt of the sample
• Laboratory report for submission to your veterinarian
• Free shipping to the lab

Your benefits:

• Analysis via cytological examination
• Reliable detection of skin mites, yeast, and bacteria
• Suitable for dogs and cats
• Results in 24–48 hours after receiving the sample

With the Pezz Skin & Itching Test, you’ll quickly gain clarity on the causes of your pet’s skin problems—and can work with your veterinarian to initiate the right treatment.