| Product features | Parameters |
| Principle | Chromatographic Immunoassay |
| Format | Cassette |
| Specimen | WB/S/P |
| Certificate | CE |
| Reading Time | 15 minutes |
| Pack | 40 T |
| Storage Temperature | 2-30°C |
| Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Chikungunya IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma),
Infectious Disease Test Kit
A rapid test for the qualitative detection of IgG and IgM
antibodies to Chikungunya in human’s whole blood, serum or plasma
specimen. For professional in vitro diagnostic use only.
Applications:
The Chikungunya IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette (Whole
Blood/Serum/Plasma) is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the
qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to Chikungunya in
human’s whole blood, serum or plasma. It is intended to be used as
a screening test and as an aid in the diagnosis of infection with
CHIK. Any reactive specimen with the Chikungunya IgG/IgM Rapid Test
must be confirmed with alternative testing method(s) and clinical
findings.
Description:
Chikungunya is a rare viral infection transmitted by the bite of an
infected Aedes aegypti mosquito. It is characterized by a rash,
fever, and severe joint pain (arthralgias) that usually lasts for
three to seven days. The name is derived from the Makonde word
meaning ‘that which bends up’ in reference to the stooped posture
developed as a result of the arthritic symptoms of the disease. It
occurs during the rainy season in tropical areas of the world,
primarily in Africa, South-East Asia, southern India and Pakistan.
The symptoms are most often clinically indistinguishable form those
observed in dengue fever. Indeed, dual infection of dengue and
chikungunya has been reported in India . Unlike dengue, hemorrhagic
manifestations are relatively rare and most often the disease is a
self limiting febrile
illness. Therefore it is very important to clinically distinguish
dengue from CHIK infection. CHIK is diagnosed based on serological
analysis and viral isolation in mice or tissue culture. An IgM
immunoassay is the most practical lab test method.
How to use?
Allow test cassette, specimen, and/or controls to equilibrate to
room temperature (15-30°C) prior to testing. Allow test cassette,
specimen, and/or controls to equilibrate to room temperature
(15-30°C) prior to testing.
1. Bring the pouch to room temperature before opening it. Remove
the test cassette from the sealed pouch and use it as soon as
possible. Best results will be obtained if the assay is performed
within one hour.
2. Place the cassette on a clean and level surface.
For Serum or Plasma specimen: Hold the dropper vertically and
transfer 1 drop of serum or plasma (approximately 40μl) to the
specimen area,then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80uL),and
start the timer, see illustration below.
For Venipuncture Whole Bloodspecimen: Hold the dropper vertically
and transfer 1 drop of whole blood (approximately 40μl to the
specimen area, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80μl), and
start the timer. See illustration below.
For Fingerstick Whole Bloodspecimen:
To use a capillary tube: Fill the capillary tube and transfer
approximately 40μl of fingerstick whole blood specimen to the
specimen area of test cassette, then add 2 drops of buffer
(approximately 80uL) and start the timer. See illustration below.
To use hanging drops: Allow 1 hanging drop of fingerstick whole
blood specimen (approximately 40μl) to fall into the specimen area
of test cassette, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80μl)
and start the timer. See illustration below.
3. Wait for the colored line(s) to appear. Read the result at 15
minutes, do not interpret the result after 20 minutes.
Features
Fast results
Easy visually interpretation
Simple operation, no equipment required
High accuracy
Order Information
| Cat. No. | Product | Specimen | Pack |
| ICHI-302 | Chikungunya IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette | S / P | 40 T |
| ICHI-402 | Chikungunya IgG/IgM Rapid Test Cassette | WB/S/P | 40 T |
