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VIRAPID® Hydatidosis, 25 Tests
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Rapid Test for Echinococcus granulosus Antibodies
Specifications:
| Application | Diagnostic Testing | ||
| Storage Temperature | Room Temperature | ||
| Product Type | Test Kit | Forms | Kit with Various components |
| Product Brand | VIRCELL | ||
| Product Grade | Medical grade | ||
The VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS test is a rapid immunochromatographic assay for the qualitative detection of total antibodies against Echinococcus granulosus in human serum or plasma.
Hydatidosis (cystic echinococcosis) is a parasitic zoonotic disease caused by the larval stage of E. granulosus, which can affect various organs including the liver and lungs. While imaging techniques such as ultrasound and X-ray are essential diagnostic tools, serological confirmation remains critical to distinguish hydatid cysts from tumors or other diseases.
The VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS test provides a fast, reliable, and simple alternative to conventional serological assays such as ELISA, IHA, or LAT—offering laboratories a ready-to-use, point-of-care solution with excellent diagnostic performance.
Key Features
- Rapid Detection: Visual results available in just 30 minutes.
- User-Friendly Protocol: Minimal sample manipulation and no special equipment required.
- Complete Kit: Includes all necessary reagents for immediate use.
- Built-in Control Line: Ensures assay validity on every test strip.
- High Accuracy: Demonstrated 94.7% sensitivity and 99.5% specificity.
- Highly Purified Antigen: Uses an HPLC-purified E. granulosus 5/B-enriched antigen to maximize specificity while maintaining sensitivity.
- CE Marked: Certified for in vitro diagnostic use.
Product Details
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS |
| Catalogue Number | VR004 |
| Format | 25 Tests |
| Technology | Immunochromatographic lateral flow assay |
| Target | Total antibodies against Echinococcus granulosus |
| Sample Types | Serum or plasma |
| Assay Time | ~30 minutes |
| Sensitivity | 94.7% |
| Specificity | 99.5% |
| Class | CE |
| Reagents Included | Test devices, sample diluent, instructions for use |
Clinical Background
Imaging techniques such as ultrasound or X-ray are typically used for hydatidosis diagnosis; however, serological confirmation is essential to avoid misinterpretation, as cystic lesions may resemble other pathologies, including tumors.
Traditional tests such as ELISA, IHA, and latex agglutination vary in sensitivity due to differences in antigen quality, assay method, and patient immune response. The VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS test simplifies serological diagnosis by offering a standardized, high-performance rapid test, making it ideal for laboratories in endemic regions and for field-based screening programs.
Applications
- Serological screening for hydatidosis (E. granulosus) infection.
- Clinical confirmation of imaging findings in suspected cystic echinococcosis.
- Public health surveillance in endemic areas.
- Field or low-resource laboratory use where rapid and simple testing is required.
Ordering Information
| Product | Catalogue Number | Pack Size | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS | VR004 | 25 Tests | CE |
The VIRAPID® HYDATIDOSIS (VR004) is the first rapid immunochromatographic test developed for the detection of antibodies against Echinococcus granulosus. With high sensitivity, excellent specificity, and ease of use, it provides laboratories of any size—particularly those in endemic regions—with a powerful, quick, and accurate serological tool for the diagnosis and confirmation of hydatidosis.