Model Number: cassette-hev Brand Name: EGENS Key Specifications/Special Features: INTRODUCTIONThe one step cassette style HEV IgM test is a rapid test based on the principle of immunoassay combined with conjugated colloid gold technology. The HEV test is a diagnostic device for qualitative detection of anti-HEV IgM in human serum (or plasma) and whole blood specimen.SUMMARYIn acute infection period, anti-HEV IgM is present of high level in the patient’s sera. The IgM antibody titer is decreased significantly and even disappeared in convalescence period, instead IgG is present. Since cases of hepatitis E are not clinically distinguishable from other types of acute viral hepatitis, a correct diagnosis can be made by blood tests which detect the specific anti-viral antibodiesTEST PROCEDURE
1. Dilute the serum (or plasma) specimen 1000 times with 0.85% NaCl solution.
2. Open a pouch containing a cassette, remove the test kit from the pouch and place it horizontally on the desk.
3. Pipette 2 or 3 drops of diluted specimen into the sample well of the cassette.
4. Read results within 10-15 minutes. Do not read results after 20 minutes.