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Strep A
RespiratoryThe QuickVue In-Line Strep A Test uses a unique in-line extraction to detect group A streptococcal antigen directly from patient throat swab specimens. Two-color results give clear readability and proven accuracy provides for dependable results. This is a true one-step test and is the first rapid strep A test waived under CLIA ’88.
The QuickVue In-Line Strep A Test is a lateral-flow immunoassay utilizing an in-the-device antigen extraction. The test, containing a highly specific and sensitive antibody reactive to the Strep A antigen, is specific to group A with no crossreactivity to other groups of Streptococci.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
| Feature | Benefit |
| Results in 5 minutes | Test and treat in the same office visit |
| One reagent | Fewer steps, easy to perform, requires minimal training |
| Two-color result | Easy to read and interpret |
| Pictorial Procedure Card | Clear and simple illustrations to guide the rapid strep A test procedure |
| All components included in kit | Ready to use, no need for additional equipment |
| Internal controls included | Provides verification of test strip functional integrity, increasing confidence in results |
| External controls included | Facilitates internal laboratory quality control |
| Room temperature storage | No refrigerator space needed. No need to wait for reagents to warm up. Rapid strep A tests can be run immediately as needed. |
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Sample type | Throat swab |
| Time to results | 5 minutes |
| Kit storage conditions | Room temperature (15°C to 30°C/59°F to 86°F) |
| Internal Controls | Positive and negative |
| External Controls | Positive and negative |
| Overall accuracy* | 96% overall agreement to SBA culture |
| Shelf life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
| CLIA complexity | Waived |
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