DENGUE FEVER NS1 ANTIGEN RAPID Test
Cost: AED 490.0
Test Name: DENGUE FEVER NS1 ANTIGEN RAPID Test
Components: Price: 490.0 AED
Sample Condition: 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST OR 2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen.
Report Delivery: Daily
Method: Lateral Flow Immunochromatography
Test Type: Fever
Doctor: Physician
Test Department:
Pre Test Information: No special preparation required
Test Details:
The Dengue Fever NS1 Antigen Rapid Test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of the NS1 antigen in the blood of individuals suspected of having dengue fever. Dengue fever is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, and it is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. The NS1 antigen is a protein produced by the dengue virus during the early stages of infection.
The rapid test works by using a small blood sample, usually obtained through a finger prick, and applying it to a test strip or cassette. The test strip contains specific antibodies that can bind to the NS1 antigen if it is present in the blood. If the NS1 antigen is present, a visible colored line will appear on the test strip, indicating a positive result. If the NS1 antigen is not present, no colored line will appear, indicating a negative result.
The rapid test is quick and easy to perform, providing results within 15-20 minutes. It is a valuable tool for early detection and diagnosis of dengue fever, allowing healthcare providers to initiate appropriate treatment and management strategies promptly.
Test Name | DENGUE FEVER NS1 ANTIGEN RAPID Test |
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Components | |
Price | 490.0 AED |
Sample Condition | 2 mL (1 mL min.) serum from 1 SST OR2 mL (1 mL min.) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
Report Delivery | Daily |
Method | Lateral Flow Immunochromatography |
Test type | Fever |
Doctor | Physician |
Test Department: | |
Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
Test Details |
The Dengue Fever NS1 Antigen Rapid Test is a diagnostic test used to detect the presence of the NS1 antigen in the blood of individuals suspected of having dengue fever. Dengue fever is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, and it is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. The NS1 antigen is a protein produced by the dengue virus during the early stages of infection. The rapid test works by using a small blood sample, usually obtained through a finger prick, and applying it to a test strip or cassette. The test strip contains specific antibodies that can bind to the NS1 antigen if it is present in the blood. If the NS1 antigen is present, a visible colored line will appear on the test strip, indicating a positive result. If the NS1 antigen is not present, no colored line will appear, indicating a negative result. The rapid test is quick and easy to perform, providing results within 15-20 minutes. It is a valuable tool for early detection and diagnosis of dengue fever, allowing healthcare providers to initiate appropriate treatment and management strategies promptly. |