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Rapid test for the detection of Influenza antigens, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, and Respiratory Adenovirus.

Rapid tests for professional use for the qualitative detection of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), Influenza Virus types A and B, SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and Respiratory Adenovirus as well, using respiratory samples such as swabs, nasopharyngeal washes, and aspirates.

OPERON rapid tests allow the simultaneous or individual detection of Influenza A and B, COVID-19, RSV and respiratory adenovirus in a simple, fast and reliable manner, facilitating professional diagnosis.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one of the leading causes of hospitalisation for respiratory infections in infants and young children. In addition, its high infectiousness makes it a key factor in nosocomial infections. Influenza (flu) is a serious and highly contagious respiratory infection. Influenza A and B viruses cause seasonal epidemics, with type A being the most frequent and associated with the most severe outbreaks. Respiratory adenovirus, belonging to the Adenoviridae family, causes symptoms similar to a common cold, but unlike the flu or RSV, it is not seasonal and can be detected throughout the year. The SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, responsible for COVID-19, can cause mild symptoms such as fever, dry cough and fatigue, to serious complications such as pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome or even death.

Since these viruses share symptoms, their rapid and accurate detection is essential to optimize health resources, reduce hospitalizations and avoid unnecessary treatments, such as antibiotics in viral infections. Furthermore, in the case of influenza, identifying whether it is Influenza A or B is key, since not all antivirals are equally effective.

Results in maximum 15 minutes

Sangre y/o suero - Blood and/or serum

Compatible with various samples

Simple and safe

Different formats and combinations adapted to different users

Automated reading

Our products for the differential detection of Influenza types A and B and Respiratory Syncytial virus, as well as SARS-COV-2 (COVID 19) and Respiratory Adenovirus

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Catalogue No.
Contents
Sample
Promotional Sheet
CE Decl.
RSV
9.064.020.46.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Nasal/Nasopharyngeal swab - Nasopharyngeal wash/aspirate
9.064.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.064.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.064.020.16.000
Basic kit. Visual reading
Adenovirus
9.091.020.46.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Nasal/Nasopharyngeal swab - Nasopharyngeal wash/aspirate
9.091.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.091.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.091.020.16.000
Basic kit. Visual reading
Influenza A and B
9.080.020.46.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Nasal/Nasopharyngeal swab - Nasopharyngeal wash/aspirate
9.080.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.080.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.080.020.16.000
Basic kit. Visual reading
RSV-Influenza A and B
9.081.020.47.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Nasal/Nasopharyngeal swab - Nasopharyngeal wash/aspirate
9.081.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.081.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.081.020.16.000
Basic kit. Visual reading
RSV-Adenovirus
9.110.020.47.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Nasal/Nasopharyngeal swab - Nasopharyngeal wash/aspirate
9.110.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.110.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.110.020.16.000
Basic kit. Visual reading
SARS-CoV-2 / Influenza A and B
9.242.020.36.000
Ready to use kit. Visual or automated reading
Oropharyngeal/Nasopharyngeal swab
9.242.020.71.000
Ready to use kit. Visual reading
9.242.020.15.000
Basic kit. Visual or automated reading
9.242.020.16.000
Basic kit Visual reading
Positive control (SARS-CoV-2)
9.233.011.12.000
1 swab/kit
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Rapid identification and differentiation of RSV, Influenza, SARS-CoV-2 and Respiratory Adenovirus allows for cost savings in healthcare, optimal patient management and the most appropriate diagnosis and treatment.

Products adapted to rapid and urgent point-of-care or PoC diagnostics, with reproducible results in 15 minutes maximum, without the need for volumetric measurements of reagents that are susceptible to error. In addition, they require minimal handling and contact with the sample by the professional performing the test, and come with all components ready for use.

Possibility of automated reading with OPERON immunochromatography strip reader. The interpretation of results on the Simple/Stick RSV, Simple/Stick Flu A+B, Simple/Stick RespirAdeno and Simple/Stick Ag SARS-CoV-2 products, as well as on any of the combos, can be done both visually and automated. This minimises the possibility of error and provides the professional in charge of the execution with the possibility of recording the results obtained.

We have references that include the swabs for sample collection, as well as a positive control so that the user can validate the results obtained. These controls can also be purchased as a separate commercial reference.

Publications

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Title
Link
Language
1
EVALUATION OF A RAPID IMMUNOCHROMATOGRAPHIC POINT OF CARE TEST THAT DETECTS THE RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IN HUMAN RESPIRATORY SAMPLES
English
2
EVALUATION OF A RAPID IMMUNOCHROMATOGRAPHIC POINT OF CARE TEST THAT DETECTS THE RESPIRATORY SYNCYTIAL VIRUS IN RESPIRATORY SAMPLES (POSTER FORMAT)
English
3
The impact of childhood RSV infection on children’s and parents’ quality of life: a prospective multicenter study in Spain
English
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Our RSV, Flu A+B and SARS-CoV-2 detection products use the same dilution buffer. This means that, with a single sample, all three tests could be run and all three viruses could be detected.

    All tests are designed for use by healthcare professionals only.

    Both the Simple/Stick Ag SARS-CoV-2 test and the Simple Ag SARS-CoV-2/Flu A+B test use monoclonal antibodies specific to the N protein of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and are therefore suitable for detecting the different prevalent variants of the virus.

    Indeed, both tests are designed to be as safe as possible for the user. Both tests are designed to be as safe as possible for the professional who performs them, so the diluent contains virus-inactivating detergents.

    The tests detect the nucleoprotein of Influenza virus type A and type B, in separate bands.

    Influenza type A viruses are generally more frequent than type B viruses, and are associated with the most severe influenza epidemics (especially the H3N2 subtype), while type B infections are usually milder. Within type A, the H1N1 and H3N2 subtypes are the most important in humans.

    Influenza A viruses are generally more common than type B viruses. Within type A, the N1N1 subtypes are the most important in humans. The evaluation of the diagnostic sensitivity and specificity of our kit has not been done with samples characterised at subtype level. However, for the determination of the analytical sensitivity of Influenza type A we used a reference standard of the H1N1 subtype, so we can confirm that the Stick/Simple Flu A+B test detects the H1N1 influenza subtype.

    The tests detect the F protein, which is responsible for fusion and entry of the virus into the cell. It is present in both subtypes of RSV (types A and B), and in all genotypes into which they are divided.

    The tests detect the Adenovirus hexon, which is a highly conserved protein in the various serotypes of the Adenovirus family. Types 3, 4, 7 and 14 are the most commonly associated with respiratory infection.

    The tests are compatible with different means of transport, which are indicated in the instructions for use of each product.

    In general, we recommend Flocked Swabs from Copan Flock Technologies to ensure optimal test performance. In the Instructions for Use of each product, the swabs that have been evaluated and with which the best results are obtained are indicated. In addition, we have some references that include swabs.