Feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) infection in domestic pet cats in Australia and New Zealand: Guidelines for diagnosis, prevention and management

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Guidelines address FeLV diagnosis and prevention in domestic cats, highlighting its significant health risks.

Progressive feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) infection leads to serious conditions like lymphoma and immunodeficiency.
Point-of-care antigen testing is essential for detecting FeLV, but PCR testing is necessary for confirmation.
Indoor housing is crucial for preventing FeLV spread, reducing the need for vaccination in many cases.
Vaccination against FeLV is recommended for at-risk cats, particularly where exposure risks are high.

Westman et al. (2025) studied this question.

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