Product Description
Brand InBios
Sample Type Serum
Pack Size 96 Wells
CAT No WNGS-1
The West Nile Detect IgG ELISA for exposure to West Nile Virus (WNV) is an ELISA assay system for the detection of antibodies in human serum to WNV-derived recombinant antigen.
Efficient Detection of West Nile IgG AntibodiesThis ELISA kit provides clinical and research laboratories with a rapid, reliable means of detecting West Nile Virus-specific IgG antibodies in human serum, supporting timely and informed diagnostic decisions. High sensitivity and specificity ensure confidence in results.
Simple Manual Operation with Comprehensive ControlsThe kit is designed for manual use, offering ready-to-use reagents and a breakaway well 96-well microplate format. All essential controls-positive, negative, and calibrator-are included to support standardized testing and accurate interpretation.
Robust and Portable Format for Lab UsePackaged in a portable, standard-sized box and weighing approximately 0.6 kg, the kit is easy to handle within clinical and research environments. It's intended for professional use and complies with in vitro diagnostic (IVD) regulations in India.
FAQ's of InBios West Nile Detect IgG ELISA:
Q: How does the InBios West Nile Detect IgG ELISA determine the presence of IgG antibodies?
A: The kit uses a colorimetric detection principle based on enzyme-linked substrate reaction. When IgG antibodies specific to West Nile Virus are present in the patient serum sample, a detectable color change occurs in the microplate wells, indicating a positive result.
Q: What sample type should be used with this ELISA kit?
A: This assay is validated for use with human serum samples only. Use of other sample types is not recommended, as the kit's performance parameters have been established specifically for serum.
Q: When should the kit be used, and what is its shelf life?
A: The kit is for use by trained professionals in clinical or research laboratories for qualitative or semi-quantitative detection of West Nile Virus IgG antibodies. The shelf life is up to 1 year from the manufacturing date when stored at 2C-8C, as indicated on the kit label.
Q: Where is the InBios West Nile Detect IgG ELISA typically utilized?
A: This ELISA kit is designed for laboratory settings, such as hospital, clinical, and research laboratories. It is not intended for point-of-care or home use, and should be performed only by qualified personnel.
Q: What is the process for using this ELISA kit in the laboratory?
A: The kit's protocol includes adding serum samples and controls to wells, following with reagents as instructed, and incubating for about 2 hours. After the enzymatic reaction, the resulting color intensity is measured and compared to control wells for result interpretation.
Q: What are the main benefits of using this West Nile Virus IgG ELISA kit?
A: Key benefits include high sensitivity and specificity, ready-to-use reagents, breakaway wells for flexible throughput, and the inclusion of all necessary controls to help ensure accurate and reproducible results in a laboratory setting.
Q: How should the kit be stored and handled for maximum accuracy?
A: Store the kit at 2C-8C and avoid freezing any components. Use the kit within its expiry period and allow reagents to reach room temperature before starting the assay for optimal performance.