Rapid infectious disease test QuickVue®

Streptococcus Alaboratorythroat

The QuickVue Dipstick Strep A test detects group A streptococcal antigen directly from patient throat swab specimens, or confirmation of presumptive group A streptococcal colonies recovered from culture and is used as an aid in the diagnosis of group A streptococcal infection. Features & benefits Provides verification of test strip functional integrity, increasing confidence in results with internal controls included. Facilitates internal laboratory quality control with external controls included. Pictorial procedure card with clear and simple illustrations to guide the rapid strep A test procedure Product specifications 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* - 95% Shelf life - 24 months from date of manufacture CLIA complexity - Waived