- Condition: Factory New
- Country of Origin: Germany
- Weight: 2.73 lb
- Dipstick Strep A Test, CLIA Waived, 50 test/kit (Continental US Only - including Alaska & Hawaii) (Item is Non-Returnable)
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Learn more:
- MFR: Quidel Corporation Ships from MFI Medical
- MPN: 20108
- Phone: (858) 552-1100
Frequently asked questions
How many rapid Strep A tests are included?
The Quidel Quickvue kit includes 50 individual tests for the rapid, qualitative detection of Group A Streptococcal antigen.
For quality assurance, the kit also provides the necessary controls:
- Positive controls
- Negative controls
Is the Quidel Quickvue Dipstick Strep A Test CLIA waived?
Yes, the Quidel Quickvue Dipstick Strep A Test is CLIA waived, making it suitable for use in a variety of healthcare settings.
Is the QuickVue Strep A Test highly accurate?
Yes, the Quidel QuickVue Dipstick Strep A Test demonstrates high performance and reliability.
- It offers high sensitivity, particularly when detecting Strep A antigen at low colony counts.
- The test shows a 95% overall agreement to culture, ensuring dependable results in CLIA Waived testing environments.
Are positive and negative controls included in the kit?
Yes, the Quidel Quickvue Dipstick Strep A Test includes both positive and negative controls.
These controls are crucial for quality assurance and ensuring testing integrity, allowing users to verify the accuracy and reliability of the rapid Strep A detection results in clinical and point-of-care settings.
Does the test provide clear, two-color results?
Yes, the QuickVue Dipstick Strep A Test utilizes a two-color result display specifically for high readability. This feature ensures results are clear and unambiguous, simplifying interpretation and supporting rapid diagnosis in point-of-care settings.
Does the test perform well with low colony counts?
Yes, the Quickvue Dipstick Strep A Test is designed with high sensitivity, achieving a 95% overall agreement to culture methods even at low colony counts.
Is the QuickVue dipstick format designed for efficient handling?
Yes, the QuickVue Dipstick Strep A Test is engineered to streamline clinical workflows through several convenient features:
- Off-line Extraction: The dipstick format utilizes an efficient off-line extraction process, making sample preparation simple and reliable for medical staff.
- Clear Result Readability: Results are easy to interpret thanks to a high-contrast two-color system.
- Convenient Storage: Designed for busy clinical environments, the entire 50-test kit is stable and can be stored at room temperature, eliminating the need for specialized cooling.
Is room temperature storage required?
Yes, for maximum convenience, the Quidel Quickvue Dipstick Strep A Test is specifically designed for storage at room temperature (ambient temperature).
This stability simplifies handling and logistics, making the kit highly suitable for various clinical and point-of-care environments, especially those operating under CLIA-waived regulations.
Does the test provide rapid results?
Yes, this test is specifically designed for rapid detection of Group A Streptococcal antigen directly from patient throat swab specimens. This rapid format is ideal for point-of-care settings, enabling quick results that support prompt patient care decisions.
Is the extraction process user-friendly?
Yes, the test features an easy-to-handle, off-line extraction process, designed for user convenience and simplicity.