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