BD BBL™ Streptocard™ Enzyme Latex Test Kit

Description

Includes

BBL Streptocard Enzyme Test Latex A, B, C, D, F and G: 2.5mL each; BBL Streptocard Enzyme Positive Control: 2.5mL; BD BBL Streptocard Extraction Enzyme: 22mL; Test cards; Mixing sticks

Provides a rapid platform for the serological identification of beta-haemolytic streptococci belonging to Lancefield groups A, B, C, D, F and G

Studies have shown that the diagnosis of streptococcal infections based on clinical symptoms requires microbiological verification. Beta- haemolytic streptococci are the most frequently isolated human pathogens among the representatives of the genus Streptococcus Nearly all the beta-haemolytic streptococci possess specific carbohydrate antigens (streptococcal group antigens). Lancefield showed that these antigens can be extracted in soluble form and identified by precipitation reactions with homologous antisera. The BD BBL Streptocard Enzyme Latex Test Kit is based on liberation of specific antigen from bacteria cell walls by the action of lytic enzymes. The extracted antigen in conjunction with latex agglutination offers a rapid, sensitive and specific method for identification of streptococcal groups A, B, C, D, F and G from primary culture plates.

Specifications

• Content And Storage: 2°C to 8°C Do not freeze
• Description: BBL Streptocard Enzyme Latex Test Kit
• Detectable Analytes: beta-haemolytic streptococci (Groups A, B, C, D, F, G)
• For Use With (Application): Streptococcus Testing
• Includes: BBL Streptocard Enzyme Test Latex A, B, C, D, F and G: 2.5mL each; BBL Streptocard Enzyme Positive Control: 2.5mL; BD BBL Streptocard Extraction Enzyme: 22mL; Test cards; Mixing sticks
• Quantity: 50 Tests