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'''Bronchial culture''' may reveal [[:Category:Mycoplasmas|''Mycoplasma'' species]] in approximately 25% of cases.
'''Bronchial culture''' may reveal [[:Category:Mycoplasmas|''Mycoplasma'' species]] in approximately 25% of cases.
'''Heartworm''' antigen testing should be performed.
If the cat is presented in an acute episode, a '''rapid response''' to dexamethasone, bronchodilators and oxygen is highly suggestive of a diagnosis of asthma.
If the cat is presented in an acute episode, a '''rapid response''' to dexamethasone, bronchodilators and oxygen is highly suggestive of a diagnosis of asthma.