Product Description
The Biopanda D-dimer Rapid Test is a lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of human D-dimer in whole blood and plasma samples. This test is a tool to assist in the diagnosis of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy (DIC), deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).
Test Attributes
- Whole blood or plasma may be used for testing
- Results available in only 10 minutes
- Easy to use
- Qualitative results can be read visually
- No need for an analyser
- Cost effective method for identifying myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarction, and ACS
Test Procedure
- Ensure specimen and test kits are brought to room temperature before testing. Ensure the blood specimen is mixed well.
- Open the foil wrapped pouch and remove the cassette, placing it on a flat, clean surface. Use the test as soon as possible or within one hour of opening.
- For Plasma samples:
Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 1 drop of plasma (approximately 25 μl) to the specimen area, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80 μl), and start the timer. - For Venipuncture Whole Blood specimens:
Hold the dropper vertically and transfer 1 drop of whole blood (approximately 25 μl) to the specimen area, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80 μl), and start the timer. - For Fingerstick Whole Blood specimens:
To use a capillary tube: Fill the capillary tube and transfer approximately 25 μl of fingerstick whole blood specimen to the specimen area of the test cassette, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80 μl) and start the timer.
To use hanging drops: Allow 1 hanging drop of fingerstick whole blood specimen (approximately 25 μl) to fall into the specimen area of the test cassette, then add 2 drops of buffer (approximately 80 μl) and start the timer. - Wait for the coloured line(s) to appear. Read results at 10 minutes. Do not interpret the result after 20 minutes.
Performance Characteristics
- Relative sensitivity: 99.9%
- Relative specificity: 98.2%
- Accuracy: 98.4%
Storage Conditions
+2 - 30 °C