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%