Meridian Premier™ Coccidioides EIA
ELISAs for the detection of Coccidioides immitis and Cryptococcus neoformans.
EIA for the qualitative detection of IgM and IgG antibodies directed against the “TP” and “F” antigens of Coccidioides immitis in serum and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
Meridian Catalogue # 603096
Kit Size – 96 Microwells
Shelf Life from date of manufacture – 14 Months
Storage Requirements 2°-8° C
Specimen Type – Serum, Cerebrospinal Fluid
Assay Format – Enzyme Immunoassay
CE Marked – Yes
Sensitivity – IgM = 74.4%; IgG = 91.9%
Specificity – IgM = 96.3%; IgG = 96.6%
Meridian Cryptococcal Antigen Latex Agglutination System (CALAS®)
Qualitative & semi-quantitative latex test for detection of Cryptococcus neoformans:
This simple, sensitive, qualitative and semi quantitative latex test detects capsular polysaccharide antigens of Cryptococcus neoformans in serum and cerebrospinal fluid.
Meridian Catalogue # 140100
Kit Size – 50-100 Determinations
Shelf Life from date of manufacture – 18 Months
Storage Requirements 2°-8° C
Specimen Type – Serum, Cerebrospinal Fluid
Assay Format – Latex Agglutination
CE Marked – Yes
Sensitivity – 100%
Specificity – 100%
Meridian CALAS® Pronase
Pre-treatment reagent to reduce non-specific interference with Cryptococcal Antigen Latex test:
For use with the CALAS® system. Reagent is supplied in five 2.5 ml bottles.
Meridian Catalogue # 140050
Kit Size – 5 Vials (2.5 ml each)
Shelf Life from date of manufacture – 18 Months
Storage Requirements 2°-8° C
Specimen Type – Serum
CE Marked – Yes