Testsealabs Chikungunya IgG/IgM Test
Product Specification
| Principle | Chromatographic Immunoassay | Specimen | Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma |
| Reading Time | 15 minutes | QMS Certification | ISO 13485 and MDSAP |
| Storage Temperature | 4-30°C | Shelf life | 2 years |
| Format | Cassette | Specification | 25T/40T |
Intended Use
The Chikungunya IgG/IgM Test is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of antibody (IgG and IgM) to chikungunya(CHIK)in whole blood/serum/plasma to aid in the diagnosis of chikungunya viral infection.
Summary
Chikungunya is a rare viral infection transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito. It is characterized by a rash, fever, and severe joint pain (arthralgias) that usually lasts for three to seven days. The Chikungunya IgG/IgM Test utilizes recombinant antigen derived from its structure protein, it detects IgG and IgM anti-CHIK in patient whole blood/serum/plasma within 15 minutes. The test can be performed by untrained or minimally skilled personnel, without cumbersome laboratory equipment.


