CMV IgG/IgM Combo Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma)

A rapid test for the qualitative detection of IgM and IgG antibodies to Cytomegalovirus in human whole blood, serum or plasma

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The CMV IgG/IgM Combo Rapid Test Cassette is a lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to CMV in whole blood, serum or plasma to aid in the diagnosis of CMV infection.

Cytomegalovirus is a herpes virus. It is a leading etiological agent for congenital abnormalities and complications among those who receive massive blood transfusions and immunosuppressive therapy. About half of pregnant women who contract a primary infection spread the disease to their fetus. Infection during pregnancy may cause mental retardation, blindness, and/or deafness of the fetus.

The CMV IgG/IgM Combo Rapid Test Cassette (Whole Blood/Serum/Plasma) is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of IgM and IgG antibodies to CMV in whole blood, serum or plasma specimens.

Material provided

Test Cassettes

• Droppers
• Buffer
• Package Insert

Allow the test, specimen, buffer and/or controls to reach room temperature (15- 30°C) prior to testing.

1. Remove the test cassette from the sealed pouch and use it within one hour. The best results will be obtained if the assay is performed as soon as possible.
   
   
2. Place the test cassette on a clean and level surface. Hold the dropper vertically; draw the specimen about 1cm above the upper end of the nozzle as shown in illustration below. Transfer 1 full drop (approx. 20μL) of specimen to each sample well, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80μL) to each sample well and start the timer. See the illustration below.
   
   
3. Wait for the colored line(s) to appear. The result should be read at 15 minutes. Do not interpret results after 20 minutes.

Interpretation of results

POSITIVE: Two colored lines appear. One colored line should always appear in the control line region (C) and another line should be in the test line region.

*NOTE: The intensity of the color in the test line regions may vary depending on the concentration of CMV IgG or IgM antibodies present in the specimen. Therefore, any shade of color in the test line region should be considered positive.

NEGATIVE: One colored line appears in the control line region (C). No line appears in the test line regions.

INVALID: The control line fails to appear. Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test with a new test. If the problem persists, discontinue using the test kit immediately and contact your local distributor.