{"product_id":"osom-strep-a-test-x-20","title":"OSOM Strep A Rapid Test Kit 20 Tests | Professional Use","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOSOM Strep A Rapid Test Kit x20\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOSOM Strep A Test by SEKISUI Diagnostics is a rapid, qualitative immunochromatographic test for detecting Group A Streptococcus antigen from throat swab specimens. Designed for trained healthcare professionals and point-of-care services, the test produces a visually interpreted two-colour result in approximately five minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional-use rapid antigen test for Group A Streptococcus from throat swabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResults in approximately five minutes after sample preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-colour test strip interpretation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer-reported sensitivity of 96% and specificity of 98% versus culture, subject to the instructions for use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied as a kit for 20 patient tests, with two additional test sticks for external quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 test sticks for patient testing and 2 additional sticks for quality control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 test tubes and 20 sterile throat swabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraction reagents 1 and 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive and negative control materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDirections for Professional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor trained healthcare professionals only. Collect a throat swab and perform extraction and testing strictly according to the instructions supplied with the kit, including quality-control procedures and specified reading time. Interpret results with clinical assessment; a negative result does not necessarily exclude Group A streptococcal infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: SEKISUI Diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct: OSOM Strep A Test, CE-marked 20-test configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer part number: 141E-20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 20 patient tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample type: throat swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest type: rapid qualitative antigen detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical result time: five minutes after extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePIP: 8011827\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a home self-test?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The kit is intended for professional in vitro diagnostic use by trained personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many tests are supplied?\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit provides 20 patient tests and additional sticks for external quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes a negative test rule out Strep A?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessarily. A negative result must be interpreted with clinical findings and follow-up testing where clinically indicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCautions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor professional in vitro diagnostic use only; not for self-testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse appropriate infection-control precautions when collecting and handling specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReagents contain chemical substances; follow the manufacturer's handling and safety instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use after the expiry date or if packaging is damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not interchange components between kits unless expressly permitted by the manufacturer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at the temperature specified in the instructions and do not freeze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispose of used swabs, test strips and reagents according to clinical waste procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SEKISUI Diagnostics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57102550827381,"sku":"OSOM Strep A Rapid Test x20 - 8011827","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1675\/8255\/files\/osom-strep-a-141e20-20-tests-900.jpg?v=1793982009","url":"https:\/\/www.easymedshealth.com\/en-sa\/products\/osom-strep-a-test-x-20","provider":"EasyMeds Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}