Influenza A and B Rapid Test
Infectious Disease TestsTesting KitsInfluenza A and B Rapid Test is an in vitro immunoassay for the direct and qualitative detection of influenza A and B viral nucleoprotein antigens from nasal/nasopharyngeal swabs and nasal washes/aspirates of humans. It is intended to aid in the rapid differential diagnosis of influenza A and B viral infections.
Description
Intended Use
Influenza A and B Rapid Test is an in vitro immunoassay for the direct and qualitative detection of influenza A and B viral nucleoprotein antigens from nasal/nasopharyngeal swabs and nasal washes/aspirates of humans. It is intended to aid in the rapid differential diagnosis of influenza A and B viral infections. Influenza A and B Rapid Test is not intended for the detection of influenza C viral antigens. Negative results do not preclude influenza A or B viral infections and should be confirmed via cell culture or molecular assay. The Influenza A/B Rapid Test Device is for professional use only.
Introduction
Influenza virus can be distinguished into influenza virus A, B and C on the basis of antigenic differences between their nucleoprotein and matrix proteins. For types A and B, the antigenic variation of hemagglutinin and neuraminidase is responsible for the emergence of new strains, while type C is antigenically stable1. Type A influenza viruses are typically more prevalent than type B viruses and are associated with most serious influenza epidemics, while type B influenza infections are usually milder2. Influenza due to type C species is rare compared to types A or B3.
Who is most at risk?
Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy
Children younger than 5 years
People older than 65 year
Materials
- Test Cassette: Each foil pouched Cassette has two distinct test lines of monoclonal antibodies specific to influenza A and B viral antigens respectively, and a control line of anti-species antibody.
- FLU Assay Buffer: Detergent, tris, sodium chloride, blocking reagent and 0.1% sodium azide as preservative.
- Extraction Tube: Tubes for sample processing and sample delivery into Cassettes.
- Nozzle with Filter: Tube tips to filter sample when delivered into Cassettes.
- Swab: Swabs for sample collection.
- Tube Stand: Stand to support tubes in a stable upright position.
- Package insert
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