Latex, Febrile & Widal Test Kits
Latex, Widal & Febrile agglutination kits,are rapid, manual diagnostic tools used to detect specific antigens or antibodies in samples like serum, blood, or urine. They work by mixing a specimen with latex beads coated with antibodies/antigens, causing visible clumping (agglutination) if the target is present. These kits offer rapid identification, often yielding results in under a minute for clinical microbiology.
Key Components and Features
- Components: Kits usually contain latex reagent, positive/negative controls, and disposable agglutination slides.
- Speed: Results are often obtained within 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Visibility: Modern kits often use blue carboxylated latex particles on white cards for enhanced readability.