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BIOSYNEX® STREP A

BIOSYNEX® STREP A

BIOSYNEX® STREP A

Product catalog summary
Overview
The BIOSYNEX® Strep A is a rapid test designed for the qualitative detection of Streptococcus Group A antigens in throat swab specimens. It is particularly useful for diagnosing infections caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, which can lead to serious conditions if untreated.
Specifications
  • Sensitivity: 94.4%
  • Specificity: 97.3%
  • Analytical Sensitivity: 1x105 bacteria/swab
Convenience
  • Sample collection is done using a supplied sterile swab.
  • The test is a 2-step process with results available in 10 minutes.
Efficiency
  • Shelf-life of 24 months.
  • Can be stored at room temperature.
Kit Contents
  • BIOSYNEX® Strep A test devices
  • Extraction solutions (2M NaNO2 and 0.027M citric acid)
  • Positive and negative controls
  • Extraction tubes with dropper caps
  • Sterile swabs
  • Reagent holder
  • Package insert
Procedure
  1. Collect the throat sample using the provided swab.
  2. Add 4 drops of extraction reagent 1 into the extraction tube.
  3. Add 4 drops of extraction reagent 2 and mix.
  4. Insert the swab into the extraction tube, shake vigorously, and incubate for 1 to 5 minutes.
  5. Collect the volume with the dropper and add 3 drops into the well S of the cassette.
  6. Read the results after 5 minutes, but not after 10 minutes.
Result Analysis
  • Negative: Only the control line (C) appears.
  • Positive: Both the control line (C) and test line (T) appear.
  • Invalid: No lines or only the test line (T) appears.
Contact Information
BIOSYNEX SA, 22 Boulevard Sébastien Brant, 67400 ILLKIRCH-GRAFFENSTADEN, France. Tel: +33 3 88 77 57 52, Fax: +33 3 88 78 76 78, Email: [email protected], Website: www.biosynex.com
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BIOSYNEX® STREP A-1

BIOSYNEX® STREP A Rapid test for qualitative detection of Streptococcus Group A antigens in throat swab specimens # RELIABLE • Sensitivity: 94,4% • Specificity: 97,3% • Analytical sensitivity: 1x 105 bacteria / swab 0 CONVENIENT • Sample collected by supplied sterile swab • 2 step-test with results in 10 mn 0 EFFICIENT • Shelf-life 24 months • Room temperature storage EASY DIAGNOSTICS FOR LIFE _f

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BIOSYNEX® STREP A-2

THE SOLUTION Streptococcus pyogenes are non-motile gram-positive cocci, which can colonize human organs and cause serious infections. Beta-haemolytic Group A Streptococci (Streptococcus pyogenes) are the main cause for infections of the upper respiratory tracts, especially angina. An early diagnosis and treatment of Group A Streptococcal angina reduces symptoms severity and further complications, such as rheumatic fever and glomerulonephritis. Procedure 1. Collect the throat sample using the swab provided with the kit 5. Collect the volume with the dropper then add 3 drops in the well S of the...

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