Cat.No.: TOXO 122/127

INTENDED USE:

The Toxo IgG/IgM Rapid Test is a lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay for thesimultaneous detection and differentiation of IgG and IgM anti-Toxoplasma Gondii (T. gondii)in human serum or urine. This kit is intended to be used as a screening test and as an aid inthe diagnosis of infection with T. gondii. Any reactive specimen with the Toxo IgG/IgMRapid Test must be confirmed with alternative testing method(s) and clinical findings.

SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION:

T.gondiiis anobligateintracellular protozoan parasite withaworldwide distribution.Serological data indicates that approximately 30% of the population of most industrializednations is chronically infected with the organism.A variety of serological tests for antibodies to T. gondii have been used as an aid in diagnosisof acute infection and to assess previous exposure to the organism. These tests are: theSabin-Feldman dye test, direct agglutination, indirect hemagglutination, latex agglutination,indirect immunofluorescence, and ELISA. Recently, lateral flow chromatographicimmunoassay, such as the Toxo IgG/IgM Rapid Test has been introduced to the clinicfor the instant detection of T. gondii infection.