Strep A Group A streptococcus is one of the most significant human pathogens causing acute Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis, Impetigo, and Scarlet Fever. It is important to differentiate streptococcal infection from other etiologic agents (e.g., viral, mycoplasmal, or chlamydial) so appropriate therapy may be initiated. careUSTM Strep A is an in vitro rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of Group A Streptococcus antigen directly from throat swab specimens. • Easy to read 2 distinct lines • Detect Antigen of Group A streptococcus

careUSTM Strep A Test Procedure Method of Sample Collection: Throat swab • Take the sample from both sides of the throat at the tonsilar areas Avoid the uvula as stimulation may result in gagging Add 4 drops of Reagent A and B buffer, respectively, into the same test tube. Add the throat swab into the test tube and rotate the swab at least 5 times. Leave the swab in the test tube for 1 minute. Remove the swab while rolling the swab head against the inside of the extraction vial. Place the test strip into the extraction vial and read result at 5minutes. Interpretation of Test Results Positive...