INTENDED USE
The Dengue IgG/IgM/NS1 Combo Rapid Test Device is a lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay for the qualitative detection of dengue IgG/ IgM and virus antigen (Dengue Ag) in human whole blood, serum or plasma. It is intended to be used as a screening test and as an aid in the diagnosis of infection with Dengue viruses. Any reactive specimen with the Dengue IgG/IgM/NS1 Combo Rapid Test Device must be confirmed with alternative testing method(s) and clinical findings.
REAGENTS AND MATERIALS PROVIDED
1.Each foil pouch contains with three items inside:
a. One cassette device with Dengue IgG/IgM and Ag NS1 test strips.
b. One plastic dropper.
c. One desiccant.
2.Sample Diluent
3.One package insert (instruction for use).
ASSAY PROCEDURE
Step 1: Bring the specimen and test components to room temperature if refrigerated or frozen. Mix the specimen well prior to assay once thawed.
Step 2: When ready to test, open the pouch at the notch and remove device. Place the test device on a clean, flat surface.
Step 3: Be sure to label the device with specimen’s ID number.
Step 4: For whole blood samples:
Fill the dropper with the specimen then add 10µL of specimen and 2 drops of buffer into the IgG/ IgM sample well and 2 drops of specimen and 1 drops of buffer into NS1 sample well, making sure that there are no air bubbles.
For Plasma/ Serum samples:
Fill the plastic dropper with the specimen. Holding the dropper vertically, dispense 5 µL of specimen and 2 drops of buffer into the IgG/ IgM sample well and 2 drop of specimen and 1 drops of buffer into the NS1 sample well, making sure that there are no air bubbles.
Step 5:Set up a timer.
Step 6: Results can be read in 15 minutes. Positive results can be visible in as short as 1 minute.
Don’t read results after 30 minutes. To avoid confusion, discard the test device after interpreting the result.
INTERPRETATION OF RESULTS
Dengue IgG/ IgM Rapid Test:
POSITIVE RESULT:
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IgG Positive:The colored line in the control line region (C) appears and a colored line appears in test line region 1 (G). The result is positive for Dengue virus specificIgG and is probably indicative of secondary Dengue infection.
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IgM Positive:* The colored line in the control line region (C) appears and a colored line appears in test line region 2 (M). The result is positive for Dengue virus specific-IgM antibodies and is indicative of primary Dengue infection.
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IgG and IgM Positive:* The colored line in the control line region (C) appears and two colored lines should appear in test line regions 1 and 2 (G and M). The color intensities of the lines do not have to match. The result is positive for IgG & IgM antibodies and is indicative of secondary Dengue infection.
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*NOTE: The intensity of the color in the test line region(s) (G and/or M) will vary depending on the concentration of Dengue antibodies in the specimen. Therefore, any shade of color in the test line region(s) (G and/or M) should be considered positive.
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NEGATIVE RESULT:

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The colored line in the control line region (C) appears. No line appears in test line regions 1 or 2 (G or M).
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INVALID RESULT:
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Control band fails to appear. Insufficient buffer volume or incorrect procedural techniques are the most likely reasons for control line failure. Review the procedure and repeat the procedure with a new test device. If the problem persists, discontinue using the test kit immediately and contact your local distributor.
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Dengue NS1 Rapid Test:
POSITIVE RESULT:

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Two colored bands appear on the membrane. One band appears in the control region (C) and another band appears in the test region (NS1).
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NEGATIVE RESULT:

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Only one colored band appears in the control region (C). No apparent colored band appears in the test region (NS1).
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INVALID RESULT:

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Control band fails to appear. Results from any test which has not produced a control band at the specified reading time must be discarded. Please review the procedure and repeat with a new test. If the problem persists, discontinue using the kit immediately and contact your local distributor.
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PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Clinical Performance
Dengue IgG/IgM Rapid Test:
The specimens obtained from a population of symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals. Results were confirmed by a leading commercial Dengue ELISA test.
Dengue IgG/IgM Rapid Test vs. ELISA
Dengue Infection
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Result
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Ig M
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IgG
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Primary Infection
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Positive
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14
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0
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Negative
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3
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17
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Total
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17
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17
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Relative Sensitivity
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82.4%
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0%
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Secondary Infection
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Positive
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39
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55
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Negative
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16
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0
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Total
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55
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55
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Relative Sensitivity
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70.9%
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>99.0%
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Non-Dengue Infection
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Positive
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0
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0
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Negative
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378
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378
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Total
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378
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378
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Relative Specificity
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>99.0%
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>99.0%
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For the primary and secondary infection, the overall sensitivity is 95.8%, the overall specificity is >99.0% and the overall accuracy is 99.3%.
Dengue NS1 Rapid Test:
A total of 114 patient samples from susceptible subjects were tested by the Dengue NS1 Rapid Test Strip and by a commercial EIA. Comparison for all subjects is showed in the following table:
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Dengue NS1 Rapid Test
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Dengue Ag EIA Test
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Positive
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Negative
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Total
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Positive
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66
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3
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69
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Negative
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2
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43
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45
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Total
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68
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46
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114
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Relative Sensitivity: 95.6%, Relative Specificity: 95.5%, Overall Agreement: 95.6%
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