A diagnostic and testing apparatus and related methods for the use of the
same are disclosed which derive and use antibodies to equine albumin and
equine hemoglobin in testing apparatus, kits, and methods for detecting
and localizing gastric and colonic ulcers or bleeding in horses. Fecal
droppings from a horse to be tested are placed in a container together
with a buffered liquid solution and mixed thoroughly, following which
several drops of liquid from the container are placed into a test kit.
Visual markers in the test kits signify the detection of the indicators
equine hemoglobin and equine albumin, which are respectively indicative
of the presence of gastric and/or colonic ulcers or bleeding.