Test for Diagnosing Group A Strep Throat Diather Diagnostics & Therapy
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The Strep Throat Test is designed to detect the presence of Group A Streptococcus antigen in a throat swab sample. Results are available within 5 minutes. This test helps determine the cause of a sore throat—whether it is due to Group A Streptococcus bacteria (also known as Streptococcus pyogenes), which requires antibiotic treatment, or a viral infection that does not.
Indications for the test include:
- Red throat (especially if there is a white coating);
- Sore throat;
- High fever;
- Vomiting (particularly in children);
- Difficulty swallowing saliva and food;
- Headache.Facing long waits at the clinic? Don’t delay—diagnose infections on your own with the Strep A throat test in just 5 minutes.
Strep throat is a dangerous condition that can lead to numerous lifelong complications (such as glomerulonephritis and peritonsillar abscess). Timely antibiotic therapy can protect you and your child from complications and hospitalization. This test speeds up the diagnostic and treatment process for both you and your child. Streptococcus, acute pharyngitis (Streptococcus pyogenes), is a pathogenic bacterium characterized by the presence of Group A antigens. It causes serious infections like severe bacterial pharyngitis, impetigo, endocarditis, meningitis, postpartum sepsis, and arthritis. Untreated infections can lead to severe complications, such as rheumatism and peritonsillar abscess.
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Step 1: Prepare the solution: Add 4 drops of Reagent 1 to the test tube, followed by 4 drops of Reagent 2. Gently mix the solution.
Step 2: Prepare the sample: Use the swab provided in the kit to collect a sample from the throat. It's recommended to take a swab from the back of the throat, tonsils, and any other inflamed areas. Place the swab with the sample into the test tube containing the solution. Rotate the swab in the test tube and then leave it there for about 1 minute to extract antigens from the swab.
Step 3: Extract the material: Gently press the tip of the swab against the side of the test tube to squeeze out as much material as possible. Remove the swab from the tube while compressing it against the tube walls.
Step 4: Prepare the test cassette: Attach the pipette tip to the top of the test tube. Remove the cassette from its packaging and place it on a flat, clean surface. Add 3 drops of the solution to the sample well (S) on the test cassette. Start the timer. Results should be read within 5 minutes.
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