Toxoplasma IgM/IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit

Product Code
C10351
Kit Principle
Applications

 


 

The Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit is based on indirect immunochromatographic assay, to detect toxoplasma specific IgG and IgM antibody in serum, plasma, blood, which is rapid, accurate and easy-to-operate. The test time is 15min. 

Basic information

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a single-celled parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. While the parasite is found throughout the world, more than 40 million people in the United States may be infected with the Toxoplasma parasite. The Toxoplasma parasite can persist for long periods of time in the bodies of humans (and other animals), possibly even for a lifetime. Of those who are infected, however, very few have symptoms because a healthy person’s immune system usually keeps the parasite from causing illness. However, pregnant women and individuals who have compromised immune systems should be cautious; for them, a Toxoplasma infection could cause serious health problems.

Cats are most commonly infected with T. gondii when they prey on infected mice, birds and other small animals. For indoor-only cats, the most likely source of infection is uncooked meat scraps or raw meat. Infected animals develop cysts in their tissues that contain the parasite.

Introduction of Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit

The Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit is based on indirect immunochromatographic assay, to detect toxoplasma antibody in serum, plasma samples, which is rapid, accurate and easy-to-operate.

Application of this Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit

Serum, blood, plasma and milk of cattle, sheep, goat

Technical Details of this Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit

Product name Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit
Product code C10351
Unit Size 15 tests per box
Principle Indirect lateral flow immunoassay
Species Feline, Canine
Samples Serum, plasma
Specificy >90%
Sensitivity >90% compared with indirect ELISA kit
Shelf-life 12 months
Storage 2- 30 oC or 2-8 oC

Note: this kit does not contain any contagious objects, it is safe to use. Only samples shall be treated carefully.

Toxoplasma IgM IgG Antibody Rapid Test Kit Components

  • Rapid Test Cassette, 15 pcs
  • Sample buffer, 15pcs 
  • Disposable pipette, 15 pcs
  • Kit instruction, 1 set

How can exposure to T. gondii be prevented?

General precautions:

  • Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after working with soil or after handling raw or undercooked meat, vegetables, or unpasteurized dairy products.
  • Avoid consuming raw milk or other unpasteurized dairy products.
  • Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating, especially those grown in backyard gardens.
  • Boil water from ponds and streams when camping/hiking.
  • When cooking, avoid tasting meat before it is fully cooked.
  • Cook meat to appropriate temperatures to destroy the oocysts. For the appropriate temperatures, go to www.cdc.gov/toxoplasmosis/prevent.
  • Thoroughly wash and disinfect cutting boards, knives, sinks and counters immediately after cutting meats.
  • Cover all outside sand boxes when not in use to prevent cats from using them as litter boxes.

For cat owners:

  • Remember that you are more likely to be infected with T. gondii from undercooked meat or the environment than from your cat, and take the precautions listed above to protect yourself. 
  • Keep your cat indoors - do not allow your cat(s) to hunt rodents and birds.
  • Avoid raw foods.  Only feed your cats cooked meat or processed food.
  • Change the cat litter daily before T. gondii oocysts “ripen” and become infectious.
  • Dispose of used litter safely, preferably in a sealed plastic bag.
  • If your cat has long hair on its rear end that tends to collect fecal material, carefully trim the hair or have your cat professionally groomed to keep the area clean. Similarly, if your cat is too overweight, ill or arthritic to adequately groom itself, you may need to groom the cat (wash your hands afterward) or have it professionally groomed.

If you are pregnant or immunocompromised, follow these additional precautions:

  • If possible, do not handle stray cats or adopt new cats during your pregnancy or illness. If a new cat comes into your family during this time, have it thoroughly examined by a veterinarian immediately to ensure it is healthy and to answer any questions you may have.
  • Take extra precautions (hand washing, etc.)  to avoid contact with cat feces.
  • If you own a cat, avoid changing the litter box if possible (e.g., ask your spouse, roommate, etc. to change the litter box) or change it daily (to avoid contact with oocysts after they have had sufficient time to become infectious), use rubber gloves when doing so, and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.

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