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| Technical Specifications |
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Product Description:
The QuickVue Influenza Test is designed specifically for exam room use providing test
results in 10 minutes or less. Test accurately detects Influenza type A and B viral antigens in
three easy steps from a nasal swab or nasal aspirate/nasal wash specimen. The easy-to-use, easy-to-read kit can be stored at room temperature. No instrumentation is
required. The
25-test kit offers bulk packaging that is ideal for batch testing.
The 25-test
kits include everything to perform the test including positive and negative controls.
25 test kit # 0317 $14.95 per test
CPT Code 87899QW
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Benefits of New QuickVue Test
Two-color result:
Easy to read test results. Decreased
risk of misinterpretation.
10 minutes to result:
Allows prompt diagnosis and treatment while patient is still in
office. Increases office efficiency and reduces patient follow up activities.
3 step procedure:
Fewer procedural steps. Decreased risk of operator error.
Pictorial procedure guide:
Simplifies understanding of testing
procedure. Increases reliability.
Room temperature storage:
No reagent warm-up. Use as needed
without waiting. Does not take up valuable refrigerator space. 12 month dating: Long shelf life. Economical test for
low-volume labs.
Built-in internal control:
Ensures system accuracy. Increases
confidence in results. Kit includes external controls: Ensures technical accuracy. Facilitates internal laboratory
quality control. No additional ordering needed.
Self contained kit design:
Components needed to run test are contained in sealed tray. Increases
office efficiency.
1. Only 1 in 3 patients with influenza like symptoms have the flu. Test results provide differential
diagnosis to aid in specific treatment decisions.
2. Test results may help reduce healthcare costs and aid in preventing adverse reactions. Specific
diagnosis decreases the possibility of creating resistance among respiratory pathogens due to over
treatment with unnecessary antibiotics.
3. Rapid diagnosis of influenza and antiviral treatment appears to be the best means of preventing
complications, as well as, shortening the duration and spread of the disease.
Technical Specifications:
Time to Result: 10 minutes
Specimen Types: Nasal Swab, Nasal Aspirate/Nasal
Wash
Storage: 12 Months, Room Temperature
Internal Procedural
Controls:
Yes, Positive and Negative
External Controls:
Yes, Positive and Negative included in
kit
Overall Accuracy:
87% - Nasal Swab
94% - Nasal Aspirate/Nasal Wash
Positive Predictive Value:
92% - Nasal Swab
96% - Nasal Aspirate/Nasal Wash
Negative Predictive Value:
85% - Nasal Swab
93% - Nasal Aspirate/Nasal Wash
Sensitivity:
73% - Nasal Swab
81% - Nasal Aspirate/Nasal Wash
Specificity:
96% - Nasal Swab
99% - Nasal Aspirate/Nasal Wash
25 test kit # 0317 $14.95 per test
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Kappa Medical, Inc.
PO Box 11808
Prescott, AZ 86304
1-928-778-0840
1-928-776-9250 fax
E-Mail to: kappamedical@aol.com