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Rapid Cassette Test for Strep A Antigen Detection 25-Pack
The Strep A test is a rapid chromatographic immunological test for the qualitative detection of Strep A antigens in throat swab samples to aid in the diagnosis of Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infection.
Streptococcus pyogenes is a non-motile Gram-positive coccus that possesses the Lancefield Group A antigen and can cause serious infections such as strep throat, respiratory tract infections, impetigo, endocarditis, meningitis, puerperal sepsis, and arthritis.
Now in a new, larger package – 25 tests!
Intended for professional use.
Properties
- Bulk packaging of 25 tests
- Painless collection of the test sample
- Rapid results in as little as 5 minutes
- Specificity: 97.8%
- Sensitivity: 95.1%
- Accuracy: 97.1%
- High product quality
Strep A Antigen Detection Test Specifications:
- 98% specificity
- 95% sensitivity
- 97% accuracy
Applications:
The Strep A antigen detection test aims to detect or exclude the cause of the patient’s health complaints.
Accurate diagnosis allows for the implementation of the most effective forms of therapy, thereby reducing the time needed for patient recovery.
The test is intended for screening purposes and serves as an ancillary tool in diagnosing Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infection.