PRINCIPLE

MP Rapid 2019-nCoV IgG/IgM Combo Test Card utilizes the principle of immuno-chromatography. Mouse anti-human IgM and human IgG antibodies are immobilized on the nitrocellulose membrane respectively, as two individual test lines (IgM line and IgG line) in the test window of the test device. The IgM line in the test window is closer to the sample well, and is followed by the IgG line. As the test sample flows through the membrane within the test device, the colored–2019-nCoV antigen-colloidal gold conjugate complexes with specific antibodies (IgM and/or IgG) of 2019 novel coronavirus, if present in the sample. This complex moves further on the membrane to the test region where it is captured by the anti-human IgM and/or human IgG antibodies coated on the membrane leading to formation of a colored band, which indicates a positive test result. Absence of this colored band in the test window indicates a negative test result. A built-in control line will always appear in the test window when the test has performed properly, regardless of the presence or absence of anti-2019 novel coronavirus antibodies in the specimen.

MATERIALS PROVIDED

1. MP Rapid 2019-nCoV IgG/IgM Combo Test Card

2. Sample buffer

3. 2 μL capillary pipet

4. Instructions for Use

MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT SUPPLIED

Clock or timer, safety lancets, alcohol prep-pad, specimen collection container, centrifuge, biohazard waste container, disposable gloves, disinfectant.