The Rapid ResponseTM Strep A Test Strip is a rapid, qualitative test for the detection of strep A antigen from throat swab specimens to aid in the diagnosis of group A streptococcal infection. It is intended for in vitro diagnostic use only. Interpretation of test results are: positive (two lines), negative (one line), invalid (no lines or no Control line).
It can be challenging to differentiate between viral and bacterial causes of a sore throat. Testing may save your patient a trip to their physician or a walk-in clinic.
Results in only 5 minutes
Simple to perform
Accurate results ensure patients get the right treatment
Product Code: STR-15S25
Sample: Throat Swab
Format: Strip
Specificity: Strep A Antigen
Accuracy: 95.0%
Time-to-Result: 5 minutes
Storage Condition: 2-30°C/36-86°F
Test Principle: Lateral Flow Immunoassay
25 Test Strips per box
Extraction Test Tubes
Workstation
Sterile Swabs
Strep A Reagents A & B
Positive & Negative Controls
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The program is intended to assist pharmacists with integrating a sustainable Strep A sceening service into a busy community pharmacy practice. The program will review the available technologies and the current evidence that supports the value of implementation. Strategies to overcome common barriers and workflow issues will also be discussed.
Point of Care Testing can have multiple beneficial effects on your pharmacy practice. John Papastergiou talks about these in detail, giving a comprehensive overview of how to implement Point of Care Testing and how to best harness its advantages to your patients and your practice alike.
This lesson shows you how to perform Rapid Group A Strep Testing using the BTNX Rapid Response kit.
This video demonstrates the process of collecting a throat swab sample.
