{"product_id":"abbott-binaxnow™-positive-control","title":"Abbott BinaxNOW™ 9x Malaria Positive Controls","description":"\u003cp class=\"prx-product-header-info-bottom__short-facts-title\"\u003eThe product at a glance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"prx-product-header-info-bottom__short-facts-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality control for the BinaxNOW Malaria Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple application with negative blood sample\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirms correct function of reagents and test procedure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for training new users and routine control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive result guarantees correct test outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports efficient workflows and ensures quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn external quality control for the BinaxNOW Malaria Test is offered by the BinaxNOW Positive Control. It supports dependable quality control in conjunction with patient testing by assisting in confirming that the test reagents and process are operating as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReconstitute the lyophilised material with deionised water and combine it with a pool of blood that is free of malaria in order to employ the control. Next, carry out the test in accordance with standard protocol. A positive result for all malaria species and Plasmodium falciparum (HRP II) on both test strips indicates that the test is operating as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew users can also benefit from using the positive control as a teaching tool to familiarise themselves with the test process and identify possible mistakes early on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control should be kept between 2 and 8 °C. Reconstituted aliquots can be frozen, which helps to maximise the use of the control material and offers flexibility for regular quality monitoring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExternal positive quality control for the BinaxNOW Malaria Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyophilised control with recombinant antigen (HRP II and universal malaria protein)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCryovials with caps and cardboard stand for aliquoting and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVerification of the proper functioning of the test reagents and test procedure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReconstitution:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith deionised water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMixing with negative human EDTA whole blood before test execution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLyophilised: 2–8 °C in foil pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstituted: Frozen (≤ -20 °C) in cryovials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUntil the expiry date indicated on the packaging when storage conditions are observed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest result:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePositive on both test strips (P. falciparum-specific and all malaria species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended with each new delivery or batch and prior to first use by new users\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScope of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProfessional use in medical laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContains sodium azide as a preservative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstitute lyophilised positive control with deionised water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix reconstituted control with a pool of malaria-negative EDTA whole blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse positive control as a patient sample in the BinaxNOW Malaria Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead results after 15 minutes:\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositive if control line (C) and test lines (T1 and T2) are visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvalid if control line (C) is missing or background discoloration prevents reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse control regularly:\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith every new test kit delivery or batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore first use by new staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAliquot after reconstitution and store at ≤ -20 °C to extend shelf life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn case of unexpected results, repeat test or contact technical customer service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct name: BinaxNOW™ Positive Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: Lyophilised recombinant antigen control (HRP II and universal malaria protein)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: Cryovials with caps, cardboard stand for aliquoting and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage lyophilised: 2–8 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage reconstituted: Frozen at ≤ -20 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: According to expiry date on the packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconstitution: With deionised water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: Mixing with malaria-negative EDTA whole blood before test execution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest result: Positive on both test strips (P. falciparum-specific and all malaria species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreservative: Sodium azide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScope of use: Professional use in medical laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCryovial dimensions: Standard size (not specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: Approved for professional 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