BinaxNOW® Strep A

Posted by admin on March 27th, 2014

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The BinaxNOW® Strep A Test is a rapid immunochromatographic assay for the qualitative detection of Streptococcus pyogenes Group A antigen from throat swab specimens to aid in the diagnosis of Group A pharyngitis. BinaxNOW® Strep A Test utilizes a simple to use on board extraction system.

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Product exclusively available for export to select markets.

SKU: 735-025 Categories: ,

Description

Benefits

  • Rapid Response: Yields results in 6 minutes.
  • Accurate: Treat and test with confidence.
  • Flexible: Results while patient waits.
  • Simplicity: Onboard extraction.
  • Effective: Enables prompt and appropriate antibiotic therapy, thus reducing the course of the illness, lessening the severity of symptoms, and reducing the chances of further spread or complications.

Specifications

  • Method: Lateral Flow
  • Time to Result: 6 minutes
  • Sample Type: Throat swab
  • Storage: 15°C – 30°C
  • Shelf Life: 24 months from the date of manufacture
  • Sensitivity: 92%
  • Specificity: 100%
  • Kit Size: 25 Tests
  • Kit Contents:
    • 25 Test Units
    • 25 Sterile swabs
    • Reagent 1 (sodium nitrite)
    • Reagent 2 (acetic acid)
    • Positive Control swab
    • 1 package Insert
  • Other: CE Marked, FDA approved CLIA waived; Available in 11 languages