OraQuick HIV1/2,kit/500

General Description:
OraQuick HIV 1/2, is a rapid immunochromatographic assay for the qualitative indication of the presence of antibodies to HIV 1/2.

Technical specifications:
Technology: Rapid immunochromatographic assay
Format: Lateral flow cassette, 500 tests
Sample type: Oral fluid (mucosa), whole blood, serum or plasma
Sample volume: 70µl (oral fluid); 5µl (others)
Sensitivity: 99.1%
Specificity: 99.8% (serum/plasma)
100% (oral fluid)
Time to result: 20 mins

Manufacturer product reference: Orasure Technologies, 5X4-0012.

Kit content:
1.Each pouch containing 1 test device, 1 desiccant, 1 developer solution vial, 500
2. Test stands, 20
3. Specimen Collection loops (5µl), 25
4. Instructions for use, 1

Items required, but not supplied:
1.For fingerstick whole blood specimens: single-use lancets, alcohol swabs, cotton wool.
2.Plain/dry vacuum tube (for serum samples), EDTA vacuum tube (for plasma samples), vacuum tube needle, needle holder and centrifuge.
3.Disposable gloves, sterile gauze, anti-septic swabs, absorbent paper, protective glasses, timer, container for biohazard disposables and disinfectant (for surfaces).

Shelf life:
30 months from the date of manufacturing; do not use beyond its expiry date.

Storage and transportation:
Between 2-30°C, protected against humidity and direct sunlight. Do not freeze reagents.

Packaging and labeling:
Primary packaging: All contents of OraQuick HIV 1/2 for 500 tests

Secondary packaging: One kit OraQuick HIV 1/2, 500 tests

Weight and volume:
Estimated weight: 11Kg
Estimated volume: 117dm³

General recommendations:
1.Follow strictly manufacturer instructions for use of the test procedure (especially adherence to reading time).
2.Do not use any other specimen than those specified.
3.Apply standard biosafety precautions when handling and disposing of potentially infectious material.

Useful links:

WHO list of prequalified in vitro diagnostic products: