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HIV-Ab-LF
A7LIN*
HIV-Ab-LF - a lateral flow assay for qualitative detection of total antibodies to HIV-1/HIV-2 in human serum, plasma, or blood. This test is crucial for the early detection and diagnosis of HIV infections.
Technical Specifications
The test uses an immunochromatographic principle to detect HIV-1/HIV-2 antibodies in a sample. When the sample containing the antibodies and the buffer are added to the sample pad, the liquid mixture migrates to the conjugate pad, which contains latex nanoparticles embedded with HIV antigens. The HIV-1/HIV-2 antibodies from the sample bind to the conjugate and then to the immobilized HIV antigens in the test zone, forming a visible colored line.
- Timer
- Personal protective equipment
Serum, plasma, and whole blood can be collected by venipuncture or fingerstick using a disposable lancet. Blood should be collected aseptically to avoid hemolysis. It is recommended to follow the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI GP42) procedure.
- Ask the patient to wash their hands thoroughly with warm water and soap.
- Clean the distal phalanx of the middle or ring finger with an alcohol pad and allow to air dry.
- Perform a skin puncture with the disposable lancet.
- Wipe away the first drop of blood with gauze.
- Collect one drop of blood using the provided blood dropper.
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